Algeria secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Togo on Matchday 3 of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Desert Foxes needed patience to break down their opponents and claim three crucial points in their quest for qualification.
Algeria vs Togo | Highlights | 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
Algeria vs Togo | Highlights | 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
BENSEBAÏNI SEALS THE WIN WITH A HEADER
After a goalless first half, Ramy Bensebaïni made the difference in the 76th minute. The defender connected with a cross from Anis Hadj Moussa and powered a header past the Togolese goalkeeper to spark celebrations at Stade Hocine Aït Ahmed.
The goal gave Algeria the lead in a challenging encounter, with Togo holding firm for much of the match and forcing the hosts to remain focused until the final whistle.
ALGERIA TOP GROUP I
With this result, Algeria moved to seven points and remain at the top of Group I, ahead of Zambia (4), Togo (3) and Burundi (2).
However, the two teams will meet again on November 17, this time in Lomé, for Matchday 4 of the qualifying campaign. Algeria will look to repeat their victory and move closer to securing a place at AFCON 2027.
