Injury Run-Up: Algeria's World Cup Dreams Tested Before Italy Camp
23 March 2026
Injury Run Continues as Algeria Prepares for Italy Camp
Injuries pile up for Algeria ahead of the Desert Warriors training camp in Italy this month, sadly.
Algeria will play Guatemala and Uruguay in friendly matches as part of their World Cup preparations.
Anis Haj Moussa, a Feyenoord standout, was included in the Algeria squad announced by coach Vladimir Petkovic for the March camp.
But the player suffered a bad injury with Feyenoord during the 1-1 draw with Ajax.
Africa Soccer reported that Haj Moussa had to leave the pitch due to an injury to his right ankle.
The Algerian winger was lively throughout the match, creating several chances, especially on the right.
Haj Moussa will undergo close monitoring by the Dutch club medical staff in the coming days to determine the duration of his absence.
The injury comes as fellow Algerian Samir Chergui, a Paris FC star, has renewed an injury.
Petkovic could not call up Samir Chergui, and questions linger about Haj Moussa status.
Punchline 1: If injuries keep piling up, Algeria might need a bench full of yoga mats rather than players.
Punchline 2: March camp is turning into a comedy of ankles — bring the physio and the patience.
