Algeria Desert Foxes AFCON records complete guide

Algeria Desert Foxes AFCON Records Complete Guide

The Algeria national football team, nicknamed the Desert Foxes, has a rich history in African football, particularly in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into their AFCON records, highlighting their achievements, statistics, and notable moments.

AFCON Appearances

• Algeria has participated in the AFCON tournament 24 times, with their first appearance in 1963.

• Their best finish was in 1980, 1984, and 1988 when they reached the final, but lost to Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon respectively.

• In 2019, Algeria won the AFCON title for the second time in their history, defeating Senegal 1-0 in the final.

AFCON Titles

• Algeria has won the AFCON title twice: in 1990 and 2019.

• Their first title was won in 1990, when they defeated Nigeria 1-0 in the final.
• Their second title was won in 2019, when they defeated Senegal 1-0 in the final.

AFCON Runner-up Finishes

• Algeria has finished as runners-up three times: in 1980, 1984, and 1988.
• In 1980, they lost to Ghana in the final.
• In 1984, they lost to Nigeria in the final.
• In 1988, they lost to Cameroon in the final.

AFCON Group Stage Performances

• Algeria has qualified for the knockout stage 14 times.
• In 2013, they were eliminated in the group stage, finishing third in Group A.
• In 2017, they were eliminated in the group stage, finishing third in Group B.

AFCON Goalscorers

• Islam Slimani is the all-time leading scorer for Algeria in the AFCON, with 7 goals.
• Rabah Madjer is the second-highest scorer, with 6 goals.

The Algeria Desert Foxes have a rich history in African football, and their AFCON records are a testament to their dedication and passion for the sport. From their first appearance in 1963 to their second title in 2019, they have consistently shown their strength and resilience on the pitch.