The Egyptian football championship 2025-2026 got off to a flying start, with remarkable contributions from Algerian players. Among them, Abderrahim Deghmoum, midfielder for Al Masry SC, quickly established himself as a key figure by scoring the first goal of the season. His goal, scored as early as the 16th minute in the match against Al Ittihad Alexandria, energized his team and the supporters at the New Suez Stadium, confirming his importance to the club, which recently extended his contract for two more seasons.
This performance is especially notable as Deghmoum had joined Egypt in 2022 from ES Sétif in Algeria. Since then, he has proven to be a high-performing player in the Egyptian championship, bringing all the experience gained in the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1. His crucial role in Al Masry’s midfield highlights the growing influence of Algerian footballers in major African leagues.
On the international stage, the Algerian national team is intensely preparing for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers with a 26-player squad revealed by coach Vladimir Petković. The presence of players currently playing in Egypt, including Ahmed Kendouci, is an additional asset for the national team. The return of iconic figures such as Youcef Belaïli and Ismaël Bennacer also strengthens hopes for a successful qualification. Algeria currently leads its qualifying group and aims for a strong performance in this decisive phase.
Finally, these individual and collective successes reflect the emergence of a promising generation of Algerians capable of asserting themselves in foreign leagues, particularly in Egypt. This favorable context also sets the stage for upcoming continental competitions, notably the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), where many of these players will have the opportunity to shine and proudly represent Algeria. The Egyptian championship 2025-2026 thus appears to be a major springboard for the Algerian talents of tomorrow.