Algeria is facing a severe goalkeeping crisis as the national team prepares for the World Cup, with only two goalkeepers currently fit and available for selection. This shortage comes just two months before the tournament, raising concerns about the team's preparedness and depth.
The national team has been hit by a series of injuries, leaving coach Djamel Belmadi with limited options. The situation has become so dire that the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) is considering calling up goalkeepers from the domestic league to bolster the squad.
Belmadi, who has led Algeria to the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year, has expressed his frustration with the current situation. "It's a difficult scenario, and we're doing everything we can to ensure we have enough goalkeepers for the World Cup," he said.
The crisis highlights the ongoing challenges in developing and maintaining a deep roster of goalkeepers in North African football. Algeria's situation is a stark reminder of the importance of having a strong bench, especially in high-pressure tournaments like the World Cup.
With the World Cup fast approaching, the FAF and Belmadi will need to find a quick solution to this pressing issue to ensure the team is in the best possible shape for the competition.
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