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Algeria restructures staff amid head coach search

Overview

Following the termination of Vladimir Petković’s contract on 3 August 2026, the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has moved forward with a restructuring of the national team’s management. Petković, who held a record-breaking 2.24 points per game, departed after Algeria’s exit from the 2026 World Cup. The FAF cited a loss of “serenity, stability and confidence” in the partnership.

To manage the transition, FAF President Walid Sadi has reached an agreement in principle with Moussa Saïb to serve as general manager, overseeing administrative and managerial aspects. Additionally, former national team captain Antar Yahia has officially signed as an assistant coach.

The search for a permanent head coach has expanded. While Spanish coaches Félix Sánchez and Rafael Benítez were previously considered, Belgian manager Tom Saintfiet has emerged as a new option following a technical college meeting. Saintfiet’s extensive experience coaching across Africa and his ability to communicate in French and English are noted as potential advantages. Other candidates under evaluation include Tom Saintfiet, Félix Sánchez, and Rafael Benítez, alongside two confidential candidates from Portugal and Italy. The federation continues its recruitment process to find a successor.

Entities

Walid Sadi · Algerian Football Federation · Vladimir Petković · Algeria national football team · Moussa Saïb

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Algerian Football Federation restructures national team staff

    The Algerian Football Federation is restructuring its national team staff, appointing Moussa Saïb as general manager and Anthar Yahia as assistant coach while searching for a new head coach.

  2. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Algeria restructures national football team leadership

    Algeria is restructuring its national football team leadership, appointing Antar Yahia as interim coach and Moussa Saïb as team manager to stabilize the squad during a transitional period.

  3. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Algerian Football Federation ends contract with coach Vladimir Petkovic

    Algeria’s football federation ended coach Vladimir Petkovic’s contract after a record‑breaking tenure and a World Cup round‑of‑16 exit, citing loss of confidence and beginning a search for a replacement.

  4. 14 days ago

    [SPORTS] 21 sources
    Algeria football federation ends contract with coach Vladimir Petković

    Algeria’s FA ends Vladimir Petković’s contract after the World Cup exit, pays three‑month severance, and starts a search for a new coach, with a Spanish candidate favored and Saudi interest reported.

  5. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Algeria's coach Vladimir Petkovic faces staff overhaul and foreign interest

    Algerian coach Vladimir Petkovic stays on after accepting new FAF terms, losing his foreign staff, while three other national teams show interest in hiring him.

  6. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Algeria's Football Federation Looks for New Coach as Petkovic's Future Falters

    Algeria's FA weighs Spanish coaches and Hervé Renard as Petkovic's future grows uncertain after the 2026 World Cup, while defender Rafik Belghali's market value surges.

  7. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Algerian Football Federation weighs staff overhaul after World Cup exit

    Algeria's football federation is reshuffling staff after a World Cup loss, debating whether to fire assistant Davide Morandi without pay and how to handle coach Vladimír Petkovic's costly contract.

  8. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Algerian Football Federation Retains Coach Vladimir Petkovic through 2028, Overhauls Staff

    Algeria's FA extended coach Vladimir Petkovic's contract to 2028, praised his AFCON and World Cup progress, dismissed assistant Morandi, appointed Antar Yahia, and after a round‑of‑16 World Cup exit he blamed +

  9. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Algerian FA debates future of coach Vladimir Petkovic

    Algeria's football federation is weighing changes to push coach Vladimir Petkovic out, while former player Djamel Benlamri warns the crisis is rooted in deeper structural problems.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Algeria football federation reviews coach Vladimir Petkovic's future post‑World Cup

    Algeria's football federation has sent coach Vladimir Petkovic’s case to a technical panel after the 2026 World Cup round‑of‑16 exit, indicating he may remain in post.

  11. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Algeria's Fennecs confront coaching uncertainty after World Cup exit

    Algeria's Fennecs, out after a 0‑2 loss to Switzerland, are exploring hiring Eric Chelle as coach while defender Aissa Mandi hints at future decisions.

  12. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Bosnia staff honored, Algeria coach dismissed after World Cup 2026

    Bosnia’s football director praised behind‑the‑scenes staff after the World Cup debut, while Algeria moves to sack coach Vladimir Petković over a €5 million contract dispute following the same tournament.

  13. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Algeria appoints Antar Yahia as national team coach after World Cup exit

    Algeria lost 2‑0 to Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, prompting coach Vladimir Petkovic’s resignation. The federation has appointed former international Antar Yahia as the new coach to lead theteam

  14. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Vladimir Petkovic to resign as Algeria coach after World Cup exit

    Algeria’s 0‑2 World Cup loss to Switzerland prompted coach Vladimir Petkovic to resign, with the FAF planning an amicable contract termination and a new coach search.

  15. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Algeria could face Egypt in 2026 World Cup knockout stage

    Algeria can still qualify for the 2026 World Cup round of 16, potentially meeting group‑winner Egypt, while Egypt seeks a win over Iran to secure top spot in Group G.

  16. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Jordanian team leaves sweets and gifts in San Francisco locker room after debut World Cup

    Jordan’s debut at the 2026 World Cup ended with a locker‑room gift of sweets and memorabilia in San Francisco, earning FIFA’s praise and social‑media buzz.

  17. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Algeria-Jordan World Cup 2026 Match Sparks Violence and Fatal Crowd Incident

    Algeria’s 2-1 win over Jordan sparked a violent clash in Doha with 25 arrests and a deadly crowd surge in Amman, while Jordan’s king publicly praised his team.

  18. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    One dead, eight injured in crowd crush after Jordan‑Algeria World Cup match in Amman

    One person died and eight were injured in a crowd crush in Amman after the Algeria‑Jordan World Cup match; authorities are investigating the cause.

  19. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Algeria defeats Jordan 2-1, keeps World Cup hopes alive

    Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2-1 in the World Cup, keeping its knockout hopes alive; Jordan left a thank‑you note and sweets in the locker room after their exit.

  20. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Algeria defeats Jordan 2-1 to stay alive in World Cup group

    Algeria overturned Jordan 2-1 in a World Cup group game, preserving its knockout hopes, while other group matches were aired on DAZN.

  21. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Algeria defeats Jordan 2-1 to stay alive for World Cup 2026 knockout stage

    Algeria came from 1‑0 down to beat Jordan 2‑1 in Group J, keeping round‑of‑16 hopes alive; Mbappé marked his 100th World Cup match with a brace, reaching 16 finals goals.

  22. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Algeria defeats Jordan 2-1 in World Cup 2026 group match

    Algeria beat Jordan 2-1 in the World Cup 2026 group stage, earning three points and staying in contention, while Jordan exits with zero points.

  23. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Jordan and Algeria clash in World Cup 2026 Group J match in Santa Clara, USA

    Jordan faces Algeria in a 2026 World Cup Group J match on 23 June in Santa Clara, USA, after opening‑game losses; line‑ups feature Ali Olwan and Riyad Mahrez, broadcast on Globo, SporTV and Cazé TV.

  24. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Jordan and Algeria to clash in 2026 World Cup Group J match

    Jordan faces Algeria in a Group J World Cup match on June 22, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium, streamed on FS1/Telemundo and via DIRECTV, Fubo, Sling, Peacock.

  25. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Jordan and Algeria to clash in World Cup 2026 Group J

    Jordan and Algeria meet on 23 June at Levi's Stadium in the World Cup 2026 Group J opener, both needing their first points after defeats to Austria and Argentina; Romanian referee Istvan Kovács will also overse

  26. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Jordan‑Algeria World Cup 2026 match draws massive fan crowds, fatal crush in Amman

    Jordan and Algeria met at Levi’s Stadium for the 2026 World Cup, sparking huge fan gatherings in the US and Jordan; a crush in Amman left one dead and nine injured.

  27. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 52 sources
    Algeria Eliminates Jordan from 2026 World Cup Group Stage

    Algeria’s 2‑1 comeback win eliminates Jordan from the 2026 World Cup; France beat Iraq 3‑0 after rain delay, and Norway also advances.

  28. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 94 sources
    Algeria defeats Jordan 2-1 to stay alive in World Cup 2026 Group J

    Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2‑1 in San Francisco, keeping knockout hopes alive and eliminating Jordan; goals by Al‑Rashdan, Benbouali and Gouiri.

  29. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Jordan team readies for World Cup match vs Algeria in San Francisco

    Jordan's football squad, coached by Jamal Salami, is training and traveling to San Francisco for its June 23 World Cup group match against Algeria, part of Group 10 with Argentina and Austria.

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