World Cup 2026 (Q): Mohamed Amoura, the new star of the Fennecs?

Starting on the left wing of the Fennecs' attack against Botswana this afternoon, Mohamed Amoura showcased all his talent by scoring a brace, leading the Fennecs to a 3-1 final score victory. The Wolfsburg player is gradually becoming the new star of the Algerian national team.

Is Mohamed Amoura the new star of the Fennecs? It's hard to answer affirmatively. One thing is certain, the 24-year-old player is making a big step towards gaining this fame in the Algerian national team. The Wolfsburg striker scored two goals this afternoon, allowing his team to dominate Botswana 3-1 in the fifth matchday of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

It was after the break that he doubled the lead for Algeria following Amine Gouiri's opening goal in the first half. Before the start of the final quarter-hour, he sealed his brace in the match. A remarkable performance for Mohamed Amoura, confirming his strong season in the Bundesliga. For the 2024-25 campaign, he has 12 goals and eight assists in 28 games across all competitions with the Wolves.

Amoura, the legitimate replacement for Riyad Mahrez?

At 34, Riyad Mahrez is nearing the end of his cycle with the Fennecs. It's time to consider who will succeed him as the standard-bearer of this Algerian team. Naturally, Mohamed Amoura's name is at the forefront. Even though he is competing with Amine Gouiri in this regard, the Wolfsburg forward is gaining some distance from his Marseille counterpart. If he continues to deliver performances like this afternoon, it's clear he will be highlighted by the fans at the right moment.

Lydiane N'Po |

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