Algerian defender Issa Mandi expressed his joy after the national team secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup, following a 3-0 win over Somalia. The victory ensured Algeria finished first in Group Seven with 22 points.
Mandi reflected on the team's success, crediting their discipline and unity throughout the qualifiers. He noted that the painful elimination from the previous World Cup served as motivation for the team to bounce back stronger.
He also thanked the Algerian fans for their unwavering support, acknowledging that their encouragement played a vital role in the team's qualification efforts.
Mandi reflected on the team's success, crediting their discipline and unity throughout the qualifiers. He noted that the painful elimination from the previous World Cup served as motivation for the team to bounce back stronger.
He also thanked the Algerian fans for their unwavering support, acknowledging that their encouragement played a vital role in the team's qualification efforts.