The Algerian Football Federation announced the recognition of Brahim Ghemdani as the head coach of the national team.
The 48-year-old captain replaced Vladimir Petkovich, who left the team after participating in the World Championship 2026. Algeria finished the tournament at the 1/16 final stage, losing to the Swiss team with a 0:2 ratio.
The details of the contract of the new mentor and the terms of the competition will not be discussed at all..
Antara Yahiya was appointed as Gemdan's deputy, and Moussa Saib was appointed as the team's general manager..
Before being promoted to the head team of Gemdan, his team worked with the youth team of Algeria.
Extending his playing career, the impressive player played 322 matches on the club level, scoring nine goals and providing four assists. He played for Racing, Cannes, Strasbourg, Marseille and Rangers, winning the Scottish Cup and Scottish League Cup.