Algeria will be without six injured players when they host Togo in a decisive Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifier at the Hocine-Ait-Ahmed Stadium in Tizi Ouzou on Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 19:00 GMT.
The match is the first of a crucial two-game meeting between the sides, who are separated by one point in the group standings. The return fixture will be played in Lome on Tuesday.
Algeria lead the group with four points and are seeking victory at home to strengthen their position at the summit. They will also be looking to respond after recently being held to a draw in Burundi.
However, coach Brahim Hemdani must manage a depleted squad as the hosts attempt to overcome their injury problems. Algeria will also draw on home support and a favourable record as they face a Togo side determined to earn a positive result.
Togo are third with three points and are aiming to end their wait for a place in the Africa Cup of Nations finals, having last appeared at the tournament in 2013.
The Eperviers will be led by captain Djene Dakonam, while Kevin Denkey will be expected to provide their attacking threat under coach Patrice Neveu.
Discipline and careful management of their energy will be important for Togo against an Algeria team regarded as favourites. Their objective is to produce a strong away performance before returning to face their home support at Stade de Kegue in three days.
