Algeria secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Uganda in their 2025 CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) Group A clash on August 4, 2025, at Mandela National Stadium in Kampala.
Match Summary and Highlights
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Algeria opened the scoring with a well-worked goal midway through the first half, displaying clinical finishing to put the Desert Warriors ahead.
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Uganda struggled to find their rhythm, losing key balls in midfield and leaving their defense vulnerable to Algeria’s quick transitions.
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The second half saw Algeria extend their lead through two more goals—a composed finish following a slick team build-up and a substitute sealing the third goal after dribbling past the Ugandan goalkeeper.
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Algeria dominated possession and created more chances, while Uganda failed to capitalize on their opportunities.
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The result marked the largest margin of victory so far in the 2025 CHAN tournament.
Key Takeaways
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Algeria’s attack was relentless, with the team showing efficiency both in counter-attacks and structured possession.
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Uganda, despite the home advantage, couldn’t break through Algeria’s organized defense and suffered from lapses in midfield control.
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The win puts Algeria in a strong position in Group A as they look to progress to the knockout stages.
This match highlighted Algeria’s status as one of the tournament favorites and provided a wake-up call for Uganda as the group stage continues.
