Bourdim (MC Oran Player): "It's Shameful to Schedule a Match at 2:30 PM When We Perform Friday Prayers in the Stadium... We Are Muslims"
T.E (Elbotola)
27 February 2026at19:08
MC Oran player Ammar Bourdim has sharply criticized the Algerian Football League due to the timing of his team's match against hosts Paradou on Friday (13:30 GMT).
The encounter concluded with MC Oran securing a 2-1 victory, but the result did not make Bourdim forget the poor scheduling, which coincided with Friday prayer time and occurred during the holy month of Ramadan.
In a press statement, Bourdim said: "It's shameful to schedule the match at 2:30 PM and we perform Friday prayers in the stadium... It's shameful, we are Muslims."
It is worth noting that the Algerian Football League often schedules some matches during midday throughout Ramadan, despite the fasting obligation, and these sometimes coincide with Friday prayers.
Q&A
What did Ammar Bourdim criticize about the Algerian Football League?
Ammar Bourdim criticized the Algerian Football League for scheduling MC Oran's match against Paradou at 2:30 PM on a Friday during Ramadan. He called it "shameful" because it coincided with Friday prayer time, impacting Muslim players.
How does the Algerian Football League typically schedule matches during Ramadan?
The Algerian Football League often schedules some matches during midday throughout the holy month of Ramadan. This practice frequently coincides with the fasting obligation for players and sometimes directly clashes with Friday prayer times, drawing criticism from players like Bourdim.
What are the potential implications of scheduling matches during Friday prayers for Muslim players?
Scheduling matches during Friday prayers forces Muslim players to choose between their religious obligations and professional duties. This can lead to significant discomfort and public criticism, potentially impacting player morale and raising questions about cultural sensitivity within the league's scheduling practices.
