Algeria Desert Foxes AFCON records complete guide

Algeria Desert Foxes AFCON Records: A Complete Guide

The Algeria national football team, also known as the Desert Foxes, has a rich history in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). With a strong following and a dedicated fan base, the team has consistently performed well in the tournament. In this article, we will take a closer look at the Desert Foxes’ AFCON records and provide a comprehensive guide to their performance in the competition.

AFCON Appearances

• Algeria

  has participated in the AFCON 19 times, with their first appearance in 1968.

• The team has consistently qualified for the tournament, with the exception of 1976 and 1990.
• They have also participated in the qualifying rounds, with their most recent appearance being in 2021.

AFCON Titles

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

• The 1990 team was led by coach Mohammed Saddani and won the title by defeating Nigeria 1-0 in the final.

• In 2019, the team was led by coach Djamel Belmadi and won the title by defeating Senegal 1-0 in the final.

AFCON Runner-Up Finishes

• Algeria has finished as runners-up in the AFCON three times, in 1980, 1988, and 2010.
• In 1980, the team was led by coach Mahieddine Khalef and finished as runners-up to Nigeria.
• In 1988, the team was led by coach Rabah Madjer and finished as runners-up to Cameroon.
• In 2010, the team was led by coach Rabah Saâdane and finished as runners-up to Egypt.

AFCON Semifinal Appearances

• Algeria has appeared in the semifinals of the AFCON 10 times.
• The team has consistently performed well in the tournament, with their most recent semifinal appearance being in 2019.

AFCON Quarterfinal Appearances

• Algeria has appeared in the quarterfinals of the AFCON 16 times.
• The team has consistently qualified for the quarterfinals, with their most recent quarterfinal appearance being in 2021.