The Algerian Football Federation's bureau met recently to discuss a possible resumption of the country's Ligue I and II championships, which have been halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting aimed to establish a roadmap for completing the current season. Abdelkrim Medouar, president of the Ligue, outlined the proposed plan, which includes a five- to six-week preparation period for clubs once the confinement is lifted.
According to Medouar, the proposed plan would see clubs resume competition for eight weeks before the current season comes to a close. The plan was adopted by the bureau and awaits validation by the country's authorities. If approved, the competition is unlikely to resume before the end of June or early July. The delay has prompted clubs like the Jeunesse Sportive de Kabylie (JSK) to continue preparing independently.
The JSK has been preparing solo for several weeks, with the technical staff establishing a weekly program for players and monitoring the country's health situation. Coach Yemen Zelfani is working to maintain player concentration despite the challenges. The team's preparation is crucial in ensuring they are ready for a potential resumption of the championship.
Zelfani is already planning a preparatory stage for the JSK, which will be essential in fine-tuning the team's performance. Several locations, including Yakouren, Zekri, and Tigzirt, are being considered for the stage. The coach aims to work on different aspects of the game and play several friendly matches to prepare the team for the resumption of competition.
The JSK's primary objective is to finish the season strongly and secure a spot in the Champions League for the next season. However, with a possible two-month break in competition, it remains uncertain whether the team will be ready for the resumption of the championship. The technical staff is counting on the determination of players like Hamroun to achieve the team's goal.
The Algerian football season has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with all competitions halted since March. The proposed resumption plan is a significant step towards completing the season, but it remains subject to validation by the authorities. The country's football community is eagerly awaiting a decision on the resumption of the championship.
The resumption of the Algerian football league would be a welcome development for fans and players alike. The JSK's preparation and determination will be crucial in achieving their goal of participating in the Champions League next season. The team's performance will be closely watched as the season resumes, if and when it does.
Key points
- Algerian football league may resume in June or July
- JSK preparing independently for potential resumption
- Team's readiness for resumption uncertain due to long break
