THE BIG MATCH BETWEEN ALGERIA AND MAURITANIA: WHO WINS VICTORY?
Group D of CAN 2024 is coming to an end and Algeria is ready to stake its future in the competition in its match against Mauritania. The Stade de la Paix in Bouaké will be the scene of this momentous confrontation, while Angola will face Burkina Faso at the Charles-Konan-Banny stadium in Yamoussoukro. At 9 p.m. (Paris time), all eyes will be on these two matches which will determine who qualifies for the round of 16. Follow the match live on France24.com.
The objective is clear for Algeria: win the match at all costs to qualify. Facing a determined Mauritania, a decisive encounter will be played out on the pitch. From 9 p.m., grab your popcorn and follow our live commentary so you don’t miss any of this intense duel. But if you prefer to follow Angola – Burkina Faso, don’t panic, we will also detail the progress of this match.
The probable compositions of the two teams have already been announced. On the Mauritanian side, Niasse, Keita, El Abd, Ba, Abeid, Thiam, Gassama, Fofana, Tanjy, Kamara and Koita are ready to fight. While Algeria will field Mandrea, Atal, Mandi, Bensebaïni, Aït-Nouri, Bentaleb, Bennacer, Chaïbi, Mahrez, Bounedjah and Belaili.
For Algeria, a victory against Mauritania is essential to reach the round of 16. With five points on the clock, it does not matter the place in the standings (1st, 2nd or 3rd) because it will depend on the result of the other match between Angola and Burkina Faso, already qualified. On the other hand, a draw or a defeat would seriously complicate the situation of the Fennecs.
For the moment, Algeria has had a mixed performance in this CAN in Ivory Coast. After a disappointing draw against Angola (1-1), she managed to snatch a point during a tense match against Burkina Faso (2-2) in the last minute. The Mauritanians, for their part, suffered two defeats in the first two group matches, against Burkina Faso (1-0) and Angola (3-2) in a spectacular match.
The suspense is at its height in group D and the tension is palpable. Don’t miss anything from this crucial confrontation between Algeria and Mauritania and follow our live commentary from 9 p.m. on France24.com. Who will win and secure their place in the round of 16 of CAN 2024? The answer in a few hours!