Incendiary press release against Jamel Belmadi from the Algerian federation

The aftermath of defeat is always more difficult to deal with. In the group stage of the 2023 African Cup, as in the 2021 edition, Algeria competed. The federation has decided to part ways with Dajamel Belmadi and his technical staff. Problem is, now the former coach doesn’t see it that way. In open conflict with his president, Walid Saadi, he did not honor what should have been a simple meeting to find common ground and mark the end of the adventure. He didn’t show up and started a standoff.

Local press have quoted 6 monthly payments or 1.25 million euros to end the lease, which runs until 2026. Perhaps it would be necessary to go through the justice system because, shaken, the Federation did not hesitate to abandon its silence and reserve. “Right to Draw Legal Consequences”. Immediate results, Djamel Belmadi is still under contract while the national team already has an international meeting in 7 weeks. Not enough to calm the current sporting context.

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FAF threatens action

In its press release, the FAF first recalls the poor results of recent years, particularly the two missed African Cups after the 2019 coronation. He then confirms that an agreement was reached during the first meeting between Belmadi and the staff. Putting it on paper once again in the country. This is where the problems started. “All members of the technical staff signed the amicable termination agreement, with the exception of Dajemel Belmadi, who surprisingly withdrew, requesting additional time for reflection, considering the agreed contract, in its financial aspect, below his expectations.”

The coach then left the country leaving the federation in limbo. “The FAF considers its silence and departure from the national territory as a denial and is firmly forced to turn the page and now looks forward to a new challenge with a new coach and a new technical staff that will be appointed soon. The Federation has taken note of this deplorable posture and now reserves the right to seek legal consequences from it. He shall act in accordance with the protection of the core interests of national football.