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Rafik Halliche: The Algerian Defender Who Set a World Cup Match Record
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Rafik Halliche: The Algerian Defender Who Set a World Cup Match Record

From El Watan · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Rafik Halliche, a former Algerian national team defender, holds the record for the most World Cup matches played by an Algerian player.
  • He participated in all of Algeria's matches during the 2010 and 2014 World Cup finals.
  • Halliche played a total of seven matches across these two tournaments, cementing his place in Algerian football history.

Rafik Halliche, a former stalwart of the Algerian national football team, has etched his name in the country's sporting history by setting a record for the most appearances in World Cup finals. The former central defender was a key figure for the Desert Foxes during their campaigns in the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

Halliche featured in every single match Algeria played across these two prestigious tournaments. His consistent presence on the field contributed significantly to Algeria's presence on the global stage. In total, the native of Hussein Dey amassed seven appearances in World Cup finals, a record for any Algerian player.

His World Cup journey included crucial matches where he showcased his defensive prowess. Halliche's record underscores his importance to the national team during a significant era for Algerian football, marked by two consecutive World Cup qualifications.

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