Algeria: Youcef Belaïli Clings to a Wild Hope for the 2026 World Cup

Author: afrik-foot.comPublished on: April 6, 2026Country: Algeria

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Algeria: Youcef Belaïli Clings to a Wild Hope for the 2026 World Cup

Algerian midfielder Youcef Belaïli has resumed training with Espérance de Tunis after a knee operation and a five-month recovery. He faces three major challenges: regaining his physical form, obtaining a reduction of his FIFA suspension, and convincing coach Vladimir Petkovic to reinstate him in the national team. At 34 years old, time is running out as the World Cup squad list is set to be announced in mid-May.

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