The Algerian national futsal team faced a heavy defeat against Morocco on Monday, October 12, 2026, in Rabat, during the first matchday of the 2026 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations. Marking their first appearance in the final tournament, the Algerian side struggled against the three-time reigning champions. Despite intermittent positive passages of play, the clinical Moroccan team dominated the game with goals from Youness Mkarssi and Youssef Jouad, who secured a hat-trick. Algeria's captain and goalkeeper, Samy Taffaf, performed well, making eight saves throughout the match. In the other group match, Libya defeated Zambia 3-0. The Algerian team will aim for a recovery in their next match against Libya this Wednesday.