Mar 12 • 15:02 UTC 🇶🇦 Qatar Al Jazeera

He has not played a minute with the national team... Algerian defender confident about playing in the World Cup

Algerian defender Souhib Nayyar expresses strong confidence in his ability to participate in the upcoming World Cup despite not having played yet for the national team.

Souhib Nayyar, a 22-year-old Algerian defender currently playing for French club Nîmes Olympique, has shown immense confidence in his potential participation in the World Cup scheduled to commence on June 11. He has been gradually establishing himself as a valuable player in his team, utilizing this time to improve his skills as a center-back in France’s second division. Nayyar holds a dream of representing Algeria in the World Cup, which he believes would be the pinnacle of his football career.

In a recent interview with French newspaper Le Télégramme, Nayyar asserted that he believes 100% in his opportunity to play in the World Cup, indicating that participating with the 'Fennecs' would be a significant achievement for him. He is set to play in friendly matches against Guatemala and Uruguay on March 27 and March 31, respectively, which could serve as a crucial platform for him to showcase his abilities and gain recognition from the national team selectors.

Nayyar emphasized the pride he feels in potentially representing Algeria, as he aims to establish his place within the national squad for future tournaments. His aspirations reflect the strong desire among young players to contribute to the national team's success on an international scale. With the World Cup approaching, his performance in upcoming friendlies may influence his inclusion in the tournament roster, marking a significant step in his early career as a footballer.

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