Accused of faking an injury, Yacine Brahimi breaks his silence

Accused of faking an injury to avoid playing against Uganda, Yacine Brahimi has broken his silence to clarify the situation.

The Al Gharafa player asserted that he was indeed injured and that his injury was genuine. “I am saddened to miss the match against Uganda. It’s an old injury, and I felt pain during the game. After medical examinations, it became clear that I would not be able to play in Uganda,” he stated.

In a bid for transparency, Brahimi expressed gratitude to Algerian supporters for their backing during the Guinea match, despite the loss. He conveyed the desire to return with a victory against Uganda, emphasizing the national team’s determination to secure three points.

This clarification from the Fennecs’ captain aims to dispel doubts and speculations regarding his injury and participation in upcoming matches. His statement demonstrates his willingness to actively contribute to the national team once he is fully recovered, thus strengthening the bond between players and supporters as Algeria continues its qualification campaign for the 2026 World Cup.