CAN 2025: Eric Chelle compares Algeria and Morocco

On the eve of the CAN 2025 semi-final between Nigeria and Morocco, Eric Chelle offered a measured assessment of the day's opponent, referencing Algeria as a benchmark. It was a timely reminder of the high standards his players will need to meet as they approach a decisive showdown.

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"Algeria is a major footballing nation with great qualities, just like Morocco," he stated,

before highlighting the differences in trajectories and playing styles.

"But these are two different teams. Walid Regragui is not Vladimir Petkovic," the coach clarified,

emphasizing the uniqueness of each team's project and identity.

Without mincing words, Chelle refocused attention on the main objective:

"Now, my job is to make sure we win this match tomorrow."

A straightforward statement, action-oriented, on the eve of a semi-final where every detail will matter.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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