Mohamed Amoura
WolfsburgCF
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May 9, 2000 (26)
Right
5'7"
134 lb
Out against Switzerland
Amoura (thigh) is out for Thursday's match against Switzerland, according to Algerie Football Media.
Analysis: Amoura is going to be sidelined yet again for Algeria after sitting out the final two group stage matches, as the forward is still recovering from a thigh injury. This will leave Algeria without a forward option, although it won't change much after he only played 26 minutes all tournament. Amine Gouri should remain as the starting forward for Algeria.
Could return against Switzerland
Amoura is recovering well from the thigh injury he suffered against Argentina and trained individually on his rest day, putting the finishing touches on a potential return for Algeria's round of 32 fixture against Switzerland, according to Abdou Djeddaoui of La Gazette du Fennec.
Analysis: Amoura has yet to fully recover, but the Wolfsburg forward still has a chance to be available for the Round of 32 clash against Switzerland and could see minutes off the bench depending on how the match unfolds. He's determined to make the most of whatever opportunity he gets, with the goal of being back to full fitness and ready for a bigger role in the next round if Algeria advances past the Nati.
Remains doubtful for Austria clash
Amoura (undisclosed) remains doubtful for Saturday's decisive group stage finale against Austria, with coach Vladimir Petkovic offering no guarantees on his availability, according to L'Equipe. "As you saw, Amoura did not take part in the last match against Jordan. We will see if he can be there tomorrow."
Analysis: Amoura's continued absence from collective training has left his status uncertain heading into the must-win fixture. Amine Gouiri is expected to lead the line once again, with Nadhir Benbouali available off the bench if Amoura cannot recover in time.
Continues individual program
Amoura (undisclosed) continued his specific program indoors under medical supervision in recent days, according to DZ Foot.
Analysis: Amoura had already missed the win over Jordan due to an undisclosed injury, and his continued absence from collective training leaves his availability for Saturday's decisive group stage finale against Austria in doubt. Amine Gouiri is expected to lead the line once again, with Nadhir Benbouali available as an attacking option from the bench if Amoura cannot recover in time.
Out to face Jordan
Amoura is out for Monday's match against Jordan due to an undisclosed injury, according to Dean Ammi of the BBC.
Analysis: Amoura is not going to be with Algeria for their second group stage contest, as the forward will instead be sidelined with an undisclosed injury. This will give the team a bit less depth, as he came off the bench in the opener to help the attack. That said, Amine Gouiri will likely start at forward again, with Nadhir Benbouali as another forward option from the bench.
Threat from left wing for Algeria
Amoura is heading to the World Cup and is set to start on the left wing as one of Algeria's biggest attacking threats.
Analysis: Amoura arrives at the World Cup in a difficult personal situation after a challenging campaign with Wolfsburg that ended in relegation through the playoff, with the Algerian winger finding himself increasingly pushed to the bench in the club's final gameweeks. The lack of consistent minutes in the closing stages of the season means he heads to North America short on rhythm and confidence at club level. However his international form paints a completely different picture. Across 12 qualifying appearances he was outstanding, contributing 10 goals and four assists to help fire Algeria to the tournament, and he retained his place as an undisputed starter through the recent AFCON despite a modest return of one assist from four games, during which he still generated seven shots and six chances created, underlining that his threat was consistent even when the end product was not. Amoura is set to start on the left wing and with his dribbling and pace could offer a big threat against teams like Argentina and Austria, where Algeria may look to exploit his ability in counter-attacking situations.
Disciplinary suspension served
Amoura has served his one-match disciplinary suspension and rejoined the squad ahead of Saturday's crucial relegation clash against St. Pauli, according to BILD.
Analysis: Amoura had been left out of the Bayern fixture after a physical altercation and verbal exchange with Kevin Paredes during training, with coach Dieter Hecking handing both players a fine alongside their squad exclusion. The coach was clear that the matter is now closed and that Amoura is too important to be left out of the decisive final-day clash against St. Pauli, with the two clubs level on points.
Suspended by team
Amoura is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Bayern due to disciplinary reasons.
Analysis: Amoura misses out as a result of a clash in training during the buildup to the match, his second disciplinary incident of the season. Adam Daghim replaces Amoura alongside Dzenan Pejcinovic in a striker partnership Saturday.
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