As Algeria prepares to begin their TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025, qualifying campaign, head coach Vladimir Petković reflects on the challenges ahead, the evolution of African football, and his ambitions with the Desert Foxes. In an exclusive interview with CAFonline.com, the Bosnian tactician shared insights into his team’s preparations, the importance of the upcoming matches, and his vision for Algeria’s national team.
Petković, who took over as head coach earlier this year, will lead Algeria in their opening qualifiers against Equatorial Guinea and Liberia. He emphasized the significance of these matches, acknowledging the strong competition ahead and the challenges of playing in September when players are not yet fully in stride. Despite the obstacles, his primary focus is on securing victories to set the tone for a successful campaign.
Discussing African football, Petković noted its growing competitiveness and the progress seen in recent tournaments. He praised the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations as a high-level competition that requires hard work and sacrifices to succeed. Petković’s ambition is to build a unified team that embodies the pride of the Algerian people and meets the high expectations of the nation’s passionate fans. He expressed his commitment to ensuring the team connects with supporters across the country, promising to work tirelessly to make Algeria proud in every match.
