Algeria x Burkina Faso - Highlights, Summary and Match Report | OneFootball

In a crucial Group Stage fixture of CAN 2025, Algeria edged past Burkina Faso with a 1-0 victory, thanks to a penalty converted by Riyad Mahrez. The match, held on December 28, 2025, saw both teams fiercely competing for dominance at the Stade Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan.

The only goal of the match came in the 23rd minute when Algeria was awarded a penalty. Riyad Mahrez, demonstrating composure and skill, took the responsibility and scored using his left foot, marking his third goal of the competition. This early goal set the tone for the rest of the match, as Algeria looked to consolidate their lead.

Despite having less possession at 49%, compared to Burkina Faso's 51%, Algeria managed to create more significant chances, evidenced by their 5 shots on target and an expected goals (xG) of 2.16. In contrast, Burkina Faso, despite their slight possession advantage and 6 corners, could only manage 2 shots on target with an xG of 0.99, struggling to convert their opportunities into a tangible threat.

The match was a display of tactical discipline from Algeria, who managed to hold onto their narrow lead amidst pressure from Burkina Faso. The victory places Algeria in a favorable position in their group, as they aim to advance further in the tournament. Burkina Faso, on the other hand, will look to regroup and focus on their upcoming matches to keep their hopes alive in CAN 2025.

Incidents: The story of the match

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The match begins

Algeria takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against Burkina Faso. Riyad Mahrez steps up and successfully converts the penalty with a shot using his left foot.

23':

GOALAlgeria: Riyad Mahrez (Algeria) scores penalty-kick!

Riyad Mahrez scores goal number 3 in the competition (2 matches)

25':

Missed opportunity. Edmond Tapsoba from Burkina Faso took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.

28':

Missed opportunity! Pierre Landry Kaboré from Burkina Faso took a left-footed shot from the center of the box after a set piece, but it didn't hit the target.

35':

Missed opportunity! Mohammed Amoura from Algeria took a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but it went high and wide to the right. He was set up by Ibrahim Maza during a quick counter-attack.

62':

Missed opportunity! Georgi Minoungou from Burkina Faso takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it goes just wide to the right. Bertrand Traoré provided the assist.

67':

Missed opportunity! Ibrahim Maza from Algeria takes a left-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but it narrowly misses the top left corner. The assist came from Baghdad Bounedjah.

75':

Missed opportunity! Hicham Boudaoui from Algeria attempted a header from the middle of the penalty area but couldn't find the target.

80':

Missed opportunity! Georgi Minoungou from Burkina Faso takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sails just over the crossbar. The attempt was set up by Dango Ouattara.

90 +1':

Missed opportunity. Edmond Tapsoba from Burkina Faso took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.

90 +3':

Missed opportunity! Dango Ouattara from Burkina Faso heads the ball from the center of the box, but it goes wide to the right. The chance was set up by Arsène Kouassi, who delivered a cross after a corner.

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The referee whistles for the end of the match