CAN 2027 (Q): Algeria's first opponent reveals its squad... with its two stars

Author: afrik-foot.comPublished on: September 15, 2026Country: Zambia

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CAN 2027 (Q): Algeria's first opponent reveals its squad... with its two stars

Zambia has called up its two stars, Patson Daka and Fashion Sakala, to face Algeria on September 25 in the CAN 2027 qualifiers. Coach George Lwandamina announced the Chipolopolo squad, which includes these two key players. Daka, who scored a brace in their last encounter, and Sakala, who was sent off in a previous match, will be significant assets for Zambia.

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