Soccer-Algeria turn to 'retired' goalkeeper after injuries deplete World Cup choices

Soccer-Algeria turn to 'retired' goalkeeper after injuries deplete World Cup choices

The Star Online - Sport·2026-05-07 21:00

May 7 (Reuters) - Algeria face a goalkeeping crisis ⁠for the World Cup that they are hoping to alleviate with the return of a ⁠player from retirement.

Oussama Benbot, retired from the national team after being an unused substitute at the ‌Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco at the end of the year, could prove the solution to a dilemma that has befallen the side after injuries left Melvin Mastil and Luca Zidane doubtful and Anthony Mandrea ruled out.

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