Algeria coach Vladimir Petkovic named a 27-man squad for the November training camp.
The Greens face Zimbabwe on 13 November and Saudi Arabia on 18 November in Jeddah.
These friendlies will prepare the team for AFCON 2025 in Morocco.
The goalkeeping trio remains unchanged. Alexis Guendouz, Luca Zidane, and Oussama Benbot keep their places.
Petkovic shows trust in their consistency.
In defence, Rayan Aït-Nouri returns after missing September and October international breaks.
His comeback strengthens the left-back position. Youcef Atal remains absent as fitness concerns persist.
Mehdi Dorval keeps his spot, providing depth on the right.
Elias Benkara makes a surprising inclusion in central defence, earning a chance to impress the coach.
The midfield sees key returns. Houssem Aouar rejoins after missing the last camp, bringing creativity and passing range.
Ismaël Bennacer also returns, rewarded for strong performances at Dinamo Zagreb.
Newcomer Yacine Titraoui receives his first national call-up.
He will compete with Ramiz Zerrouki for midfield influence.
Attack options adjust due to injuries. Amine Gouiri remains unavailable after shoulder surgery.
Petkovic decides not to include Youcef Belaïli despite previous call-ups.
Reda Bakrar returns to replace Amin Chiakha. Badredine Bouanani and Yassine Benzia miss out for this camp.
Petkovic’s squad balances experience with youth. It tests depth, fitness, and tactical readiness ahead of AFCON.
Friendlies against Zimbabwe and Saudi Arabia will shape starting positions.
The November camp gives players a platform to prove themselves.
Algeria aims to finalise its AFCON squad with clarity and confidence.
