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Cairo – African Stadiums
In a breathtaking match that kept Algerian fans on the edge of their seats until the very last moment, USM Alger successfully wrote a new golden chapter in African football history. The Red and Black secured the CAF Confederation Cup title following a thrilling penalty shootout victory (8 – 7) against Egypt’s Zamalek SC at the Cairo International Stadium, after the regular time ended in a 1 – 0 victory for Zamalek, tying the aggregate score at 1 – 1.

A Dramatic Scenario and Back to Square One

The “Soustara” boys entered the match with a mental and technical advantage after winning the first leg 1-0 at the 5 Juillet Stadium in Algiers. However, the winds at the Cairo International Stadium did not blow in USMA’s favor during the opening minutes. The hosts surprised the Algiers defense with intense pressure, resulting in an early penalty converted successfully by Palestinian forward Oday Dabbagh in the 5th minute (5′).
This early goal brought the dream final back to square one on aggregate (1 – 1), igniting a fierce tactical and physical battle on the pitch. Despite the pressure, heroic defensive resilience from the likes of Radouani and Draoui kept Zamalek at bay for the remainder of the match, leading the game straight into a penalty shootout.

Penalties Smile upon the Red and Black

In a marathon penalty shootout that tested nerves rather than skill, USM Alger players maintained absolute calm, shifting the pressure onto their opponents. The decisive moment came during the eighth penalty kick, missed by Zamalek’s Mohamed Shehata, officially declaring USMA the winners with an (8 – 7) scoreline. Immediately, the Algerian stands in Cairo and the streets of Algiers erupted into joyous celebrations.

Official Match Facts:Goal Scorer (Zamalek): Oday Dabbagh in the 5th minute (Penalty).

‏ Man of the Match: The brilliant goalkeeper, Oussama Benbot, deservedly won the award following his heroic performance throughout the match and his crucial saves during the penalty shootout that guided USMA to the podium

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune Congratulates the Champions

Immediately following the final whistle and USMA’s continental coronation, the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, congratulated the team via his official account, stating:

“Congratulations to USM Alger for this great and heroic African coronation, winning the Confederation Cup from the heart of Cairo. You have honored the national colors and brought joy to the Algerian people through your determination and resilience. All the best in your upcoming challenges, and may Algerian sports continue to shine.”

Algeria News Portal:This morning, the Minister of Tourism, Houria Medahi, received a delegation from the Republic of Chad, led by the Minister of Tourism Development, Culture and Traditional Industry, Abkar Rouzi Tagil,”.

A group of senior officials and representatives of bodies and institutions acting in the field of the tourism, culture, traditional crafts and the media formed the Chadian delegation.

The meeting is being held within the context of Chad’s participation as guest of honour at the International Tourism and Travel Fair “SITEV 2026”; an event that reflects the strength of the fraternal ties and cooperation between the two countries, and the desire to strengthen partnership and exchange of expertise in the areas of development of the tourism sector and the promotion of traditional industries.

Algeria and Chad Summit was also an occasion to examine ways of bolstering bilateral co-operation in relevant fields. This concerns both their promotion and training in addition to those of the traditional crafts. In this vein, they support the sustainable development of tourism while broadening prospects for Algeria and Chad integration.

Algeria is preparing to enter a new phase of strategic partnership with Germany, marked by the upcoming official visit of Algeriain President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to Berlin on July 16. The visit, extended by invitation from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, carries political and economic dimensions that transcend mere diplomatic protocol, reflecting Algeria’s emergence as an increasingly vital strategic actor in new European calculations.

 This visit comes at a highly sensitive international juncture, as Europe rearranging its economic and energy priorities in search of reliable partners outside traditional spheres of dependency. Against this backdrop, Algeria stands out a rising regional power possessing exactly what the European continent requires today: political stability, a strategic geographical location, vast energy resources, and the capacity to pivot towards the economy of the future.

German interest in Algeria is no longer confined to natural gas –despite the critical importance of this file for Europe. Instead, it has expanded into deeper sectors tied to energy transition, manufacturing, technology, startups, and scientific research. This shifts confirms that Berlin views Algeria as a long-term strategic partner, rather than a temporary market linked to a fleeting energy crisis.

The German Ambassador to Algeria, Georg Felsheim, revealed the date of the visit during a high-level meeting dedicated to expanding cooperation in innovation, entrepreneurship, and scientific research. This serves as a clear indicator that bilateral relations have crossed into a new era, moving beyond traditional cooperation toward partnerships built on knowledge, technology, and productive investment.

This trajectory reflects a remarkable evolution in the nature of Algerian-German relations in recent years, particularly following the telephone conversation between President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and his German counterpart in July 2025. That call addressed avenues for upgrading bilateral cooperation alongside pressing international and regional issues. Since then, a mutual political will to elevate relations toward a more strategic horizon has become clearly visible.

The Green Hydrogen Paradigm Shift

At the heart of this equation, energy remains one of the primary catalysts for bilateral alignment. However, Algeria is no longer viewed by Germany simply as an energy supplier; it has transformed into a partner capable of playing a pivotal role in Europe’s transition toward clean energy.

As global bets on green hydrogen intensify, Algeria is uniquely positioned to lead, thanks to its immense solar and wind potential, robust infrastructure, and decades of expertise in energy production and transport. Berlin recognizes that Algeria possesses the essential qualifications to become a leading player in the future energy market, especially as Europe seeks to diversify its energy sources and build stable partnerships insulated from geopolitical tensions.

Consequently, the Algerian President’s upcoming visit to Germany takes on profound significance, offering a key opportunity to fast-track joint ventures in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and industrial investments tied to clean tech.

🛑 L’ambassadeur d’Allemagne 🇩🇪 en Algérie 🇩🇿.. une visite du président Abdelmadjid Tebboune en Allemagne est attendue https://t.co/jKeMY2gkOV

— بوابة الجزائر – Algeria Gate (@algatedz) May 13, 2026

Beyond Energy: The New Economy

Nevertheless, the true strategic gamble extends far beyond the energy sector. Germany, home to one of Europe’s most powerful industrial and technological models, is keenly interested in expanding its footprint within an Algerian market undergoing a gradual transformation in digitalization, industry, investment, and startups.

On the other hand, Algeria seeks to leverage German expertise in technology transfer, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and developing applied research and training.

L’ambassadeur d’#Allemagne🇩🇪 en #Algérie🇩🇿.. une visite du président Abdelmadjid #Tebboune en #Allemagne🇩🇪 est attendue pic.twitter.com/o9fNARNJjL

— بوابة الجزائر – Algeria Gate (@algatedz) May 13, 2026

In this context, the upcoming presidential visit could serve as the launchpad for deeper partnerships in mechanical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, the digital economy, artificial intelligence, and vocational training—sectors that have become battlegrounds for nations striving to build more independent, value-adding economies.