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Boulbina: 'I Focused on the Right-Back Throughout the Match... I Didn't Give Him Any Chance and Scored'

Boulbina: 'I Focused on the Right-Back Throughout the Match... I Didn't Give Him Any Chance and Scored'

06 January 2026at21:00

Adel Boulebina, an Algerian national team player, discussed the details of the goal he scored, which propelled his team into the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals following a one-goal victory over DR Congo.

Speaking to beIN Sports, Boulebina stated: "God granted me the opportunity to be the reason for this victory. Praise be to God, we did not disappoint the fans who strongly supported us today, and we dedicate this win to all our supporters."

He added: "It's not easy to play among great players, and I worked hard to get this chance. I love such opportunities. I was focused on the right-back throughout the match, and I saw him trying to absorb our attackers' pressure, but I gave him no chance and scored the goal."

The Algerian national team is set to face Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, which will take place next Saturday, kicking off at 5:00 PM (GMT+1).

How did Adel Boulebina manage to score the winning goal for Algeria?

Adel Boulebina focused on the DR Congo right-back, exploiting his pressure absorption attempts. This tactical awareness allowed him to score the crucial goal, securing Algeria's AFCON quarter-final spot.

Who will Algeria face next in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals?

The Algerian national team is scheduled to play Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals. The match is set for next Saturday, kicking off at 5:00 PM (GMT+1).
Algeria
Democratic Republic of the Congo
CAF Africa Cup of Nations

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