Ismael Bennacer: «I am bewildered,» vexed by his absence from Algeria’s preliminary 2026 World Cup list.

Ismael Bennacer, absent from Algeria’s preliminary squad, will not participate in the World Cup in two weeks with the Fennecs. This decision by his coach, Vladimir Petkovic, is difficult for the former OM midfielder to comprehend. In an interview, he expressed his frustration and disappointment but affirmed his support for the Greens.