Algeria Extends Coach Petkovic's Contract Until 2028 Before World Cup
The Algerian Football Federation extended head coach Vladimir Petković's contract through July 31, 2028, just days before the 2026 World Cup. Petković, appointed in February 2024, led Algeria to World Cup qualification for the first time since 2014, reached the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, and improved the team's FIFA ranking from 43rd to 28th. Algeria is in Group J with Argentina, Jordan, and Austria, debuting on June 17. The early extension signals confidence in his leadership through the 2027 AFCON and beyond.
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Algeria Renews Contract with Coach Vladimir Petkovic Until 2028
The Algerian Football Association has officially renewed the contract of national team coach Vladimir Petkovic until July 31, 2028. The Swiss coach, appointed on February 29, 2024, has led Algeria to significant success, including a record of 21 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses in 28 matches, scoring 67 goals and conceding 22. Under his leadership, Algeria qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending a streak of missing the 2018 and 2022 tournaments. The team also advanced to the quarterfinals of the African Cup of Nations after two consecutive group-stage eliminations. Algeria's FIFA ranking improved from 43rd in the world (7th in Africa) to 28th (4th in Africa). Assistant coach Davide Morandi, goalkeeper coach Guido Nanni, and fitness coach Paolo Longoni also renewed their contracts for two more years.
虎扑 - 足球Former Swiss Coach Petkovic Extends Algeria Contract Until 2028
Vladimir Petkovic, the former head coach of the Swiss national football team, has signed a contract extension with the Algerian Football Federation, keeping him in charge of the Algerian national team until 2028. The announcement was made by the Algerian football association, confirming Petkovic's long-term commitment to the North African side. Petkovic took over the Algerian team in early 2024 and has now secured his position through the next major tournament cycles, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The extension signals the federation's confidence in his leadership and project.
kicker Fußball NewsVladimir Petkovic Signs Contract Extension with Algeria Through 2028
Algeria's national football team coach Vladimir Petkovic has signed a contract extension until July 31, 2028, before the team's World Cup campaign begins on June 11, 2026. The Swiss technician, appointed in February 2024 to replace Djamel Belmadi after Algeria's early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations, has led the Fennecs to 21 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses in 28 matches. Under his guidance, Algeria reached the quarter-finals of the last CAN and qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 2014. The Algerian Football Federation cited 'remarkable results since his arrival' as the reason for the early extension.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuAlgeria Renews Coach Vladimir Petkovic's Contract Until 2028
The Algerian Football Federation announced on June 7, 2026, the renewal of head coach Vladimir Petkovic and his coaching staff until 2028. Petkovic, who took over in February 2024, successfully qualified Algeria for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico after the team missed the previous two editions. Under his leadership, Algeria achieved 21 wins, 4 draws, and only 3 losses in 28 matches. The team also reached the Africa Cup quarterfinals in 2025 and improved its FIFA ranking from 48th to 28th. Algeria is drawn in a group with Jordan, Austria, and Argentina, and will debut against Argentina on June 17, 2026.
FútbolAlgeria Extends Coach Petkovic's Contract Until 2028 Ahead of 2026 World Cup
The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has announced the contract extension of head coach Vladimir Petkovic until July 31, 2028, a decision made before the 2026 World Cup begins. Petkovic, who took over in February 2024, led Algeria to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 2014, ending two consecutive absences in 2018 and 2022. Under his leadership, the team also reached the quarter-finals of the African Cup of Nations and improved from 43rd to 28th in the FIFA world rankings. Algeria is placed in Group J alongside Argentina, Jordan, and Austria, with their first match against the title holders on June 17. The FAF cited stability and ambition as reasons for the early extension, though some view it as a risky move before a major competition.
Home Football - actualitésAlgeria Extends Coach Vladimir Petković's Contract Until 2028 Ahead of World Cup
The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) announced the contract extension of national team coach Vladimir Petković until July 31, 2028, just days before Algeria's first World Cup match in 12 years. Petković, who took over in February 2024, successfully led the Fennecs to World Cup qualification and guided them to the quarter-finals of the last Africa Cup of Nations, where they lost to Nigeria. Algeria is set to play a final preparation match against Bolivia before entering Group J of the World Cup, where they will face Argentina, Jordan, and Austria. The extension signals the federation's confidence in Petković's leadership through the next major tournament cycle.
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