The Algerian national futsal team exited the African Cup of Nations on 19 October following a 2-3 loss to Angola. This defeat occurred during the semi-final stage of the tournament held in Morocco. Angola secured the victory by a single goal, ending Algeria’s campaign in the competition. The result confirms Angola's progression to the final round, while the Algerian side concludes its participation after the narrow margin separated the two teams at the final whistle. Algeria previously reached this stage of the continental event before falling to the Angolan squad. Noureddine Benamrouche oversaw the Algerian team throughout their performance in the tournament.
The match, which saw the Algerian national futsal team lose 2-3 to Angola in the semi-finals of the African Cup of Nations, was a closely contested affair. Throughout the duration of the game, both sides maintained high levels of intensity as they vied for a spot in the championship match. For the Algerian squad, the final whistle marked the conclusion of their quest for the tournament title, as the narrow margin of 2-3 proved insurmountable against the Angolan team. The match results were finalized on 19 October, solidifying the bracket for the remainder of the competition.
Historic Tournament Debut Performance
Algeria’s appearance in this year’s tournament marks the first time the national futsal team has participated in the African Cup of Nations. This competitive debut occurs during the 8th edition of the continental event, which is currently hosted in Morocco. The 2026 edition of the African Cup of Nations is the 8th tournament held, representing a significant milestone for the development of the sport within the participating nations. As a debutant, the Algerian team has navigated the complexities of the tournament structure under the guidance of Noureddine Benamrouche.
Despite the semi-final loss to Angola on 19 October, the Algerian squad remains in the competition to contest the third-place playoff match. Officials scheduled this fixture for Wednesday, 21 October 2026. The Algerian team is scheduled to play a third-place playoff match on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, providing the players one final opportunity to leave their mark on this year's tournament.
Algeria will face the loser of the second semi-final match, which features a contest between Morocco and Egypt. The opponent for the third-place match will be the loser of the semi-final between Morocco and Egypt. The outcome of that match determines the final opponent for Noureddine Benamrouche and his players as they look to conclude their inaugural tournament run. By participating in this final fixture, the Algerian national futsal team aims to build upon the experience gained during their first-ever presence at the African Cup of Nations. The coaching staff and players are now focused on preparing for the upcoming match on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, as they seek to finish the tournament on a positive note following their exit from the championship contention.
