Algerian national team defender Issa Mandi expressed his great happiness at the "Greens" qualifying for the 2026 World Cup finals, following a deserved victory over the Somalia national team with a score of three goals to nil, which secured Algeria the top spot in Group Seven with a total of 22 points.

In post-match statements, Mandi said: "Thank God, it is a great joy to qualify for the World Cup. We overcame many obstacles during the qualifiers, and we were the best thanks to the discipline and team spirit that characterized the group."

He added: "We have a cohesive and strong team. The painful elimination from the last World Cup is still etched in our memories, and it was a motivation for us to return strongly. Today, we responded on the field and brought joy back to the hearts of Algerians."

Mandi also dedicated a heartfelt message of thanks to the Algerian fans, emphasizing that their support was crucial in the qualification journey: "The Algerian fans have always been our true support, in every match at home and abroad, which gives us extra energy to continue to shine."