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On the eve of facing Burkina Faso at the CAN, Algeria coach Djamel Belamdi defended his captain Riyad Mahrez.
For its entry into this African Cup of Nations, Algeria was held against Angola (1-1), after having led the score and clearly dominated the debates. The Fennecs will therefore have no room for error against Burkina Faso this Saturday for their second group match.
A meeting during which Riyad Mahrez, much criticized by the inaugural draw, will be expected around the corner. Invited to a press conference this Friday, Djamel Belmadi rushed to the star’s aid, in no way affected by the attacks to which he is the subject.
“ Criticism against Mahrez is nothing new. He’s a European champion, he doesn’t care about these criticisms “, said the Algerian coach, who added on this match against Burkinabé: “It’s going to be a difficult match. We know Burkina Faso. It will be an important match but not momentous. »
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