Baghdad Bounedjah Jun 5, 2026 · 13w
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Bounedjah left out of Algeria's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup
Coach Vladimir Petkovic omitted veteran striker Baghdad Bounedjah from Algeria's 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a decision Yahoo Sports and other outlets noted despite his standing as one of the Fennecs' all-time top scorers. Petkovic said his role was to 'evaluate the player now,' prioritising current form and squad balance over past achievements. The omission drew criticism from some Algerian fans given Bounedjah's scoring record.