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Algeria coach Brahim Hemdani begins squad rebuild

Overview

Following the termination of Vladimir Petković’s contract on 3 August 2026, the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) appointed Brahim Hemdani as head coach on 5 September 2026. Hemdani, who previously led the Algeria U21 team, is tasked with managing the transition following the retirements of Riyad Mahrez and Aïssa Mandi, with a mandate to reach at least the semi-finals of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN).

On 16 September 2026, Hemdani unveiled his first 26-player squad for the upcoming 2027 CAN qualifiers against Zambia and Burundi, as well as a friendly against Niger. The selection represents a significant overhaul, omitting 12 players from the 2026 World Cup squad, including Houssem Aouar, Ramiz Zerrouki, Ismaël Bennacer, and Baghdad Bounedjah, though Adem Zorgane and Ahmed Touba were included. To address injuries, Nabil Bentaleb was replaced by 21-year-old Le Mans FC midfielder Adil Bourabaa.

As training commenced at the Sidi Moussa National Technical Centre, Hemdani, supported by assistant coach Anthar Yahia, noted the difficulty of rebuilding a squad lacking a stable tactical framework. He observed that Petković had utilized 28 different starting lineups across 28 matches, necessitating a ground-up reconstruction of the team's structure.

The squad is undergoing a demographic shift toward younger talent, featuring 14 players aged 25 or younger, such as Anis Hadj Moussa, Ibrahim Maza, and Rayan Aït-Nouri. However, controversy has arisen regarding 18-year-old midfielder Hichem Abderrebi; while his name appeared on a North African Football Union (UNAF) list for U20 qualifications, he was absent from the official FAF list following his recent call-up to the France U19 squad.

Entities

Algerian Football Federation · Brahim Hemdani · Algeria national football team · Vladimir Petković · Walid Sadi

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Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Ramy Bensebaini denies rumors of conflict with Algeria coach

    Algerian defender Ramy Bensebaini has denied rumors of a fallout with coach Brahim Hemdani, confirming he remains part of the national team camp ahead of their match against Niger.

  2. 8 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Algeria national football team undergoes squad rejuvenation

    The Algerian national team is rejuvenating its squad with younger players, even as controversy surrounds Hichem Abderrebi's eligibility following his call-up to the France U19 team.

  3. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Algeria football coach Brahim Hemdani begins squad rebuild

    New Algeria national football coach Brahim Hemdani begins rebuilding the squad ahead of CAN 2027 qualifiers against Zambia, facing a lack of tactical continuity from the previous era.

  4. 13 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Brahim Hemdani faces scrutiny following first Algeria squad selection

    New Algeria national team coach Brahim Hemdani faces early pressure regarding his first squad selection and his own past decisions regarding his international playing career.

  5. 15 days ago

    [SPORTS] 19 sources
    African national football teams announce new coaching eras and squads

    African national football teams undergo major transitions, with Senegal's Patrick Vieira and Algeria's Brahim Hemdani unveiling their first squads for upcoming international competitions.

  6. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Algeria coach Brahim Hemdani to favor overseas players in first squad selection

    Algeria coach Brahim Hemdani is expected to favor overseas players for upcoming matches, with only two local league players likely to be selected. Le Mans FC's Adil Bourabaa is also a candidate.

  7. 21 days ago

    [SPORTS] 15 sources
    African football sees coaching changes and logistical shifts

    African football sees major shifts as Niger appoints Nabil Neghiz, Algeria names Brahim Hemdani, and Senegal's Patrick Vieira faces early disagreements with his federation over arrival protocols.

  8. 23 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Brahim Hemdani appointed as Algeria national football team coach

    Brahim Hemdani takes over as Algeria's national football coach on a performance-based contract, focusing on defensive stability and preparing for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

  9. 26 days ago

    [SPORTS] 19 sources
    Brahim Hemdani appointed head coach of Algeria national team

    Brahim Hemdani has been appointed as the new head coach of the Algerian national football team, supported by a staff of former internationals including Anthar Yahia and Moussa Saïb.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Algerian Football Federation seeks new head coach

    The Algerian Football Federation is seeking a new head coach. While Paulo Bento's agent denies any formal agreement exists, Gustavo Poyet has reportedly expressed direct interest in the role.

  11. about 2 months 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.

  12. about 2 months 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.

  13. about 2 months 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.

  14. 2 months 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.

  15. 2 months 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.

  16. 2 months 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.

  17. 3 months 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.

  18. 3 months 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 +

  19. 3 months 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.

  20. 3 months 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.

  21. 3 months 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.

  22. 3 months 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.

  23. 3 months 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

  24. 3 months 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.

  25. 3 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.

  26. 3 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.

  27. 3 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.

  28. 3 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.

  29. 3 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.

  30. 3 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.

  31. 3 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.

  32. 3 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.

  33. 3 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.

  34. 3 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.

  35. 3 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

  36. 3 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.

  37. 3 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.

  38. 3 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.

  39. 3 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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