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Bougherra Celebrates Algeria's Win Over Iraq in Arab Cup

Bougherra Celebrates Algeria's Win Over Iraq in Arab Cup

Post by : Maya Rahman

Following an impressive 2-0 win against Iraq at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Algeria's coach Majid Bougherra shared his exhilaration and pride. This victory allowed Algeria to top their group and secure a spot in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. Bougherra highlighted the squad's discipline, teamwork, and adherence to their game plan throughout the match, noting their maturity and dedication from the beginning to the final whistle.

He also expressed gratitude toward the Algerian supporters who attended the match and those cheering from afar. Their encouragement infused the team with additional strength and motivation. Bougherra assured fans that the team would continue to bring the same energy and determination as they advance, setting their sights on going further in the tournament.

Midfielder Yacine Brahimi echoed Bougherra's sentiments, emphasizing the solid performance yet cautioning that the next round would present tougher challenges. He underlined the vital need for the team to maintain focus and replicate their current performance level, recognizing that each upcoming match is crucial.

On the Iraqi side, coach Graham Arnold acknowledged his players' resilience despite the setback. Iraq faced significant challenges during the game, playing most of it with ten men due to an early red card, compounded by injuries. Arnold commended their bravery and spirit in tough circumstances, noting that reaching the quarter-finals was Iraq's objective and they achieved that.

Arnold also regarded the Arab Cup as a pivotal opportunity for Iraq to experiment with new strategies and gain valuable experience for future competitions. He expressed confidence in the team's ability to learn from this experience and move forward with a positive mindset.

Both Algeria and Iraq now progress to the quarter-finals, poised to face fresh adversaries in high-stakes knockout matches. Supporters from both nations are anticipating exciting performances as their teams advance in the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup.

Dec. 10, 2025 1:47 p.m. 348

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