Positive update for Rafik Belghali as he returns to Torino training

The injury concerns surrounding Algerian defender Rafik Belghali have subsided as he returned to training with Torino. Following his injury against Frosinone, manager Ignazio Abate confirmed that both Belghali and his teammate Cacciamani are available for selection ahead of the match against Lecce, though a final decision on their starting spot will depend on their physical readiness. This news is encouraging for the Algerian national team ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Togo. Belghali, previously sidelined by a CAF suspension, is now in contention to rejoin the national squad for the upcoming double header.