Mahrez penalty sends Algeria into AFCON last 16
Algeria have advanced to the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations after a narrow win over Burkina Faso. Riyad Mahrez scored the only goal of the match with a first-half penalty, keeping Algeria unbeaten in Group E. The team, managed by Vladimir Petkovic, has yet to concede a goal in the tournament. The match featured a lively crowd and notable figures, including Zinedine Zidane, who watched his son Luca play in goal for Algeria.
Match highlights
- Riyad Mahrez scored from the penalty spot in the first half to secure a 1-0 win for Algeria over Burkina Faso.
- Algeria now have six points from two games and are guaranteed a top-two finish in Group E.
- The penalty was awarded after Rayan Ait-Nouri was fouled in the box.
- Mahrez has now scored three goals in this tournament, setting an Algerian record with nine AFCON goals.
- Zinedine Zidane was present in the stadium to watch his son Luca play for Algeria.
