USM Alger Coach: 'Unfortunate to See Stoppages Affecting Player Focus'
T.E (Elbotola)
19 April 2026at22:55
Lamine Ndiaye, coach of USM Alger, expressed his delight after his team secured a place in the CAF Confederation Cup final. USM Alger advanced following a 1-1 draw in the second leg, building on their goalless draw at home in the first leg.
Following the match, Ndiaye stated: "Credit goes to the players; it was truly a battle, and we managed to qualify. We deserved the victory. It is unfortunate to see these consecutive stoppages because they affect concentration."
He continued: "The opponent equalized, but we played with balance. Despite the events that marred the match, we managed to win, and this is a good thing for all components of the club."
Regarding the final, he added: "Everything will be fine, God willing."
Q&A
What did USM Alger's coach say after qualifying for the CAF Confederation Cup final?
USM Alger coach Lamine Ndiaye expressed immense delight after his team secured a spot in the CAF Confederation Cup final following a 1-1 draw. He praised his players for their battle and acknowledged the team's deserving victory.
How did match stoppages affect USM Alger's performance, according to their coach?
Lamine Ndiaye stated that consecutive stoppages unfortunately affected his players' concentration during the match. Despite these disruptions and the opponent's equalizer, he noted the team played with balance and managed to secure their qualification.
What are USM Alger's coach's expectations for the CAF Confederation Cup final?
USM Alger's coach Lamine Ndiaye expressed optimism regarding the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup final. He believes that "everything will be fine, God willing," indicating confidence in his team's ability to perform well in the decisive match.
