Botswana will face Algeria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers on March 19, 2025. Botswana is third in Group G, three points behind leaders Algeria. Both teams are on unbeaten runs, with Botswana enjoying a four-match streak and Algeria a seven-match streak. Historical encounters favor Algeria, with two wins in previous matches.
Botswana aims to secure their third victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as they prepare to face Algeria on Friday, March 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM CAT. The match will take place at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown, Botswana’s second-largest city. Currently, Botswana holds third place in Group G, trailing leaders Algeria by three points with six matches remaining in the qualifiers.
The Zebras are currently on a four-match unbeaten streak and recently drew 1-1 against Egypt in the 2025 AFCON qualifier in November 2024. Head coach Morena Ramoreboli emphasized the importance of having goalkeeper Goitseone Phoko fit to compete, following his key role in the team’s qualifier success.
Conversely, Algeria boasts a remarkable seven-match unbeaten streak, having recently triumphed over Liberia with a decisive 5-1 victory in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Currently leading Group G, a win against Botswana would significantly boost Algeria’s chances of qualifying for their fifth World Cup appearance.
Algeria’s head coach, Vladimir Petkovic, announced several squad changes due to injuries, including the addition of players Oussama Benhot and Sohaib Nair, who has shown promise in recent matches. Petkovic remarked on Nair’s potential impact on the team’s performance.
Historically, Botswana and Algeria have faced each other twice, with Algeria winning both encounters. Their last match was a decisive 5-0 victory for the Desert Foxes in the 2021 AFCON qualifiers held in Blida in March 2021.
In summary, Botswana is poised to challenge Algeria in their upcoming World Cup qualifier, aiming to improve their standing in Group G. Both teams are experiencing positive runs, with Botswana on an unbeaten streak and Algeria striving for continued dominance. The match promises to be competitive, as both sides seek crucial points towards their World Cup aspirations.
Original Source: africanfootball.com
