Algeria Outclass Uganda 3-0 in Commanding Start to CHAN 2024 Campaign

Algeria Sends Strong Message With Convincing 3-0 Win Over Hosts Uganda

There’s nothing like a loud, hometown crowd to put a team’s nerves on edge, but Algeria looked unbothered as they silenced Uganda and the fans with a polished 3-0 victory in Group C of the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024. Coming into this clash, Algeria had history on their side, never having lost to Uganda in CHAN play. They doubled down on that advantage with a clinical performance in Algiers.

The North Africans didn’t just dominate for the sake of the record books—they dominated every inch of the pitch. Their track record at CHAN tournaments speaks volumes: one group-stage loss in 12 matches and a whopping nine clean sheets. That’s not just good, that’s imposing. Coach Madjid Bougherra stressed before the match that his squad wasn’t just aiming to win—they wanted to set the standard for the tournament, focusing on consistency and quality of play every minute they’re on the field.

Midfield Control and Tactical Precision Define Algeria’s Approach

Algeria’s midfield dynamo Ahmed Kendouci kept the ball circulating and dictated the flow with ease, constantly deciding when to push forward and when to slow things down. That tactical balance gave striker Mahious the platform to threaten Uganda’s goal time after time. While Uganda laid deep—hoping to spring quick counters with Mutyaba’s bursts of speed—Algeria’s structure rarely let them breathe. The ball rarely left Algerian feet for long, and whenever Uganda managed to wrestle it away, Algeria’s defenders closed space fast.

Bougherra’s team didn’t rush. Their patience paid off. They were ruthless when it mattered in front of goal—and clean at the back. Stepping up on a big stage like this, against the host nation, takes more than skill; it takes mental strength, and the Algerians had plenty of that. The third goal really hammered home their dominance, deflating any hopes Uganda’s supporters had of a dramatic home turnaround. Even with local fans pushing the hosts to press higher and throw men forward, Algeria’s defensive wall stood firm, much like it has throughout their CHAN history.

For Uganda, the plan leaned heavily on home energy and capitalizing on rare moments to break out. When those moments came, though, they fizzled. Algeria always seemed to have an extra man where it counted, and captain Kendouci’s vision snuffed out chances before they even started.

• This victory puts Algeria in the driving seat for Group C, where every point could decide who advances.
• The group is about as competitive as it gets; slip-ups aren’t allowed if a team hopes to move on.
• Algeria’s display wasn’t just about the goals, but the control, poise, and unity they showed as a team. That’s what sets champions apart.

The CAF African Nations Championship is known for tight battles and unpredictable moments, but on this night, the Algeria squad looked every bit the tournament favorite, living up to the hype and putting the rest of the competition on notice.