Algeria Aiming to End Enemies Dominance

Algeria Aiming to End Enemies Dominance

Everyone remembers the events that unfolded the last time these two fierce rivals met. After identical World Cup Qualification records, the two teams met in Sudan for a winner-takes-all encounter. However, Les Kindle Vildor Jersey Fennecs 1-0 victory made the headlines for all the wrong reasons, with reports of brawling between fans and stones being hurled at the Algerian coach.The scenes of jubilation that followed from Rabah Saadanes side made it evident how crucial the victory was, something which Algeria will be looking to repeat when they meet the Pharaohs at the semi-final stage. Both sides will most probably perform on pure adrenaline alone, following excruciating extra time victories NFL Chicago Bears Jersey in the quarter finals. Les Fennecs superb victory over tournament favourites the Ivory Coast was undoubtedly one of the most enthralling games of the tournament so far, whilst Egypt scraped past Cameroon 3-1.Karim Ziani could trouble the Pharaohs defenceAlgeria showed their stubbornne s against the Elephants, although a different approach will be needed to break down the Pharaohs. Egypt will consist of far more controlled dimension, with sudden bursts of attacking Chicago Bears Hats intent something Les Fennecs will have to be wary of. Midfield dynamo Ahmed Ha san will look to pick the pockets of the Algerian midfield, linking up with frontman Mohamed Zidan, a potentially lethal partnership. If the likes of Portsmouth pairing Ha san Yebda and Nadir Belhadj can keep these two quiet, then Algeria could spring their second surprise of the tournament, setting up a final with either Nigeria or Ghana.Ahmed Ha san will be Egypts one to watchHowever, Egypt have undoubtedly been the most consistent side at this years African Cup of Nations. A shaky start eventually saw them overcome an experienced Nigerian side 3-1, before comfortable victories over Benin and Mozambique set up their quarter final clash with Cameroon, a repeat of 2008s final. Only a strong, efficient Algerian performance Teven Jenkins Jersey will set up a chance of victory, with key man Karim Ziani likely to star. The Wolfsburg winger has something to prove after a disappointing campaign so far, and this could be his chance to shine.Rabah Saadane will be desperate to beat their North African rivalsIn all fairne s, I wouldnt be surprised if Algeria beat Egypt, but they will certainly have Chicago Bears Golf Sporting Goods to be at their best. Motivation should play no part, with not only the bragging rights at stake but a place in the final, but bookies favourites Egypt should have too much in their locker for the largely inexperienced Desert Foxes.Prediction: Egypt 2-0 Algeria

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