The Algerian Football Federation has ended Vladimir Petkovic’s time as national team head coach after reaching an agreement with the Bosnian-Swiss manager and his technical staff to terminate their contracts by mutual consent.
The decision was announced in an official statement on Monday evening, bringing to a close Petkovic’s 29-month spell in charge of Algeria’s national team, known as the Fennecs.
Petkovic led the side through a number of competitions and international commitments during his tenure. The federation did not provide further details about the circumstances behind the decision, but confirmed that the separation had been agreed amicably by both parties.
The announcement marks the end of Petkovic’s involvement with the national team and opens a new stage in Algeria’s preparations for the challenges ahead. His coaching staff will also leave their roles as part of the same agreement.
In its statement, the Algerian Football Federation thanked Petkovic and every member of his technical team for their work during their time with the national side. The federation praised their professionalism, commitment and dedication in carrying out their responsibilities.
It also recognised the considerable effort made by the coaching staff throughout their period overseeing the team, while expressing its appreciation for the work completed over recent months and the contribution they had made to Algerian football.
The federation’s message placed particular emphasis on the professional relationship that had existed between the two sides during the period of cooperation. Its wording presented the decision as a mutually agreed conclusion to Petkovic’s tenure rather than an announcement of a unilateral dismissal.
Petkovic’s departure ends a period in which he was responsible for managing Algeria across a range of fixtures and competitions. During his 29 months at the helm, he worked with the national team and its support staff as they represented the country in their scheduled football commitments.
The Algerian Football Federation concluded its statement by wishing Petkovic and all of his assistants continued success in the next stages of their careers. It also reiterated its gratitude for their service and for the relationship maintained between the federation and the coaching team throughout their collaboration.
No further information about the next stage of Algeria’s coaching structure was included in the announcement. For now, the federation’s confirmation formally closes Petkovic’s tenure and signals the beginning of a new chapter for the Fennecs ahead of their future commitments.
