Algeria vs Zimbabwe: Friendly Clash in Jeddah
The Warriors of Zimbabwe face Algeria this evening, Thursday, 13 November 2025, in an international friendly match at the Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Kick-off is set for 6:30 PM CAT (16:30 local time).
Recent Form
Both sides come into the encounter looking to fine-tune preparations ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Algeria: unbeaten in their last four qualifiers, with wins over Uganda, Somalia, and Botswana, plus a draw against Guinea.Zimbabwe: struggling for consistency, with defeats to Lesotho, Benin, and Rwanda, but earning draws against South Africa and Niger.
The two nations have met six times across all competitions, each winning once, while four meetings ended in draws. Their most recent encounters in 2020 AFCON qualifiers produced a 3–1 win for Algeria in Algiers and a 2–2 draw in Harare.
Team News
Warriors coach Marian Marinica has had to make late changes after captain Knowledge Musona (hamstring) and Tymon Machope (calf) were ruled out. They’ve been replaced by Isheanesu Mauchi and Tivonge Rushesha.
Algeria boss Vladimir Petković also faces selection setbacks. Goalkeeper Luca Zidane (groin) has withdrawn, while Ramy Bensebaini and Mohamed Amine Tougaï are sidelined through injury.
Coaches’ Outlook
Marian Marinica (Zimbabwe): “I’m pleased with the players’ response and the support from the technical team. The spirit in camp is positive.”
Vladimir Petković (Algeria): “These matches are not just about results — they help shape our long-term vision and improve our FIFA ranking.”
Broadcast and TV Details
Fans in Zimbabwe can watch the match live on ZBC TV, available through the national terrestrial network and the Zimbabwe Digital Decoder.
Additionally, DStv Zimbabwe subscribers will have access via Channel 280.
Supporters based abroad won’t miss out either — the game will also be streamed live on ZBC TV’s official YouTube channel, ZBC Entertainment, allowing global audiences to follow the Warriors in action against the Desert Foxes.
Head-to-Head Summary:
Total meetings: 6
Algeria wins: 1
Zimbabwe wins: 1
Draws: 4
The clash in Jeddah marks another test for both nations as they fine-tune strategies before heading to Morocco for AFCON 2025.