27 March 2024: The FIFA Series which ended on March 26th consists of international friendly matches that are contested by national teams from all six confederations, who do not normally have the opportunity to play each other.
The pilot edition featured the national teams of 24 FIFA Member Associations. Algerian forward Yacine Brahimi hailed a positive initiative.
“For this first (FIFA) series I think it’s a big step forward for us Algerians to be welcoming countries from different continents, giving us the chance to show the African continent in a good light, to showcase what Algerian football is, the structures that there are here. We’re really proud,” he said.
“It’s also a challenge for us as the Algerian side to play against sides from South America and South Africa, who we already know. It’ll allow us to go up against a different style of football, so I think it’s great for the future.” (Read the full announcement).