Algeria - November training camp: Petkovic reveals his squad! (Official)

Algeria November Training Camp: Petkovic Unveils Squad

After securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup during the recent international break, coach Vladimir Petkovic is now preparing for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Strategic Relocation to Saudi Arabia

To optimize preparation, Petkovic decided to hold the November training camp in Saudi Arabia. This move aims to help the Algerian team, the Fennecs, adapt to a challenging and competitive environment.

Friendly Matches Scheduled

The team will face Zimbabwe in the first friendly, followed by a match against the Saudi Arabian national team. These games will act as critical tests just weeks before the Africa Cup of Nations begins.

Squad Announcement

Petkovic revealed his squad list for the camp, which includes several returning key players and some unexpected selections.

— Équipe d'Algérie de football (@LesVerts) November 6, 2025

Group Draw Reminder

Algeria was drawn into Group E for the Africa Cup of Nations, alongside Burkina Faso, Sudan, and Equatorial Guinea.

Additional Note

On a related development, Al-Duhail's Adil Boulbina has been revitalized under coach Djamel Belmadi.

Summary: Vladimir Petkovic is focusing on Algeria's preparation for AFCON 2025 with a training camp in Saudi Arabia, highlighted by two friendlies and a revealed squad balancing experience and surprises.

Foot Africa — 2025-11-06