The head coach of the Algerian national team, Vladimir Petković, praised the capabilities of player Ashraf Abada, while also emphasizing that he needs more time to adapt to the team's environment.

During a press conference, Petkovic explained that the player has delivered good performances with his team and in Arab competitions, noting that he showed promising abilities during recent training sessions, qualifying him to remain part of the group.

Regarding the goalkeeper position, the coach revealed his plan to rely on two different goalkeepers during the friendly matches against Guatemala and Uruguay, emphasizing that all the goalkeepers present are performing well under the supervision of the goalkeeping coach.

He also emphasized that the competition within the team is open and that performance on the field is the decisive factor in determining the lineup, especially with the upcoming commitments approaching.

Regarding the monitoring of local players, Petković emphasized that he consistently follows the Algerian league, explaining that selections are made based on technical readiness rather than the place of play, whether inside or outside Algeria.

He concluded his remarks by affirming that the current group includes the best available elements, highlighting the importance of team spirit within the squad, which he considered a key factor in achieving results in the upcoming phase.