Match Report
Algeria had not lost in 9 games. Zimbabwe had not won in 5 games. Recent form was uneven: 11/15 points for Algeria, 2/15 for Zimbabwe.
The match was played at Prince Abdullah al-Faisal Stadium (capacity 27,000). On the scoreboard, Algeria led 3-0 at the break; 1 second-half goal set the final 3-1.
Goal scorers
Algeria: Baghdad Bounedjah (14'), Mohamed Amoura (41'), Jaouen Hadjam (45') · Zimbabwe: Tawanda Chirewa (88')
Key stats
Possession: Algeria 50% · Zimbabwe 50% · Total shots: 6-2 · On target: 6-2 · Corners: 3-2