Algeria: Another Dilemma for Petkovic - 9 Months Later, Mohamed Farsi Finally Returns!

Mohamed Farsi made his return to the field after nine months out due to a back injury, coming on during Columbus Crew's 2-0 victory over Philadelphia. The Algerian international had already shown his potential under Vladimir Petkovic, but competition on the right has evolved with Rafik Belghali and Samir Chergui emerging. The question remains whether he can regain his best form in time for the 2026 World Cup.