Head coach Brahim Hemdani named a 26-player squad on Thursday 5 November 2026 for the upcoming international window. Algeria will face Togo twice in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. The first match between the two teams is scheduled for 14 November 2026, followed by a second fixture on 17 November 2026. This selection process prepares the team for these key qualifying matches as they aim to secure their place in the tournament. Algeria will face Togo twice in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers on 14 and 17 November 2026. These specific dates mark a key period for the squad as they look to consolidate their standing within the group during this international break.
Building on Early Success
Algeria currently holds a strong position in the qualifying group following a 3-1 victory over Zambia in the opening match of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. This win established a momentum that Brahim Hemdani intends to maintain throughout the upcoming international window. Algeria defeated Zambia 3-1 in their opening match of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. The result provided the necessary foundation for the team’s campaign, allowing the coaching staff to refine their tactical approach ahead of the double-header against Togo.
Technical staff decisions regarding the roster have resulted in the exclusion of goalkeeper Luca Zidane. Brahim Hemdani stated that the omission of the player resulted from a lack of consistent playing time at the club level. The coaching staff prioritized candidates with more regular competitive minutes to ensure optimal readiness for the matches against Togo. Goalkeeper Luca Zidane was excluded from the squad due to a lack of playing time at the club level. This decision reflects the commitment of Brahim Hemdani to selecting players who are currently active and match-fit for the demands of international competition.
Oussama Benbot, Melvin Mastil, and Abdelatif Ramdane now constitute the three goalkeepers selected for the squad. Oussama Benbot joins the group from USM Alger, while Melvin Mastil represents Lausanne-Sport and Abdelatif Ramdane arrives from MC Alger. Oussama Benbot, Melvin Mastil, and Abdelatif Ramdane were selected as the three goalkeepers for the squad. These three players will undergo training sessions ahead of the fixtures on 14 November and 17 November. The selection of these specific goalkeepers aligns with the broader objective of maintaining defensive consistency as the team pursues qualification for the tournament. By integrating these three goalkeepers into the training camp, the technical staff aims to foster cohesion within the defensive unit. The preparation period will involve rigorous sessions to ensure that Oussama Benbot, Melvin Mastil, and Abdelatif Ramdane are fully prepared to support the team's defensive strategy during the upcoming matches against Togo.
