Algeria captain Ramy Bensebaini has categorically denied the existence of any dispute with national team coach Ibrahim Hamadan. The Borussia Dortmund defender issued a statement refuting recent reports that he had left the national team camp or announced his international retirement.
Bensebaini said: «In light of the many pieces of information circulating about me recently, I would like to deny them categorically and explicitly; the statements attributed to me are completely unfounded and have no basis.» The international defender added that he has never refused a national team call-up and has never been in a dispute with any coach.
Unwavering Commitment
Bensebaini affirmed that representing Algeria remains the highest priority in his career. He explained: «Representing the national team is not an acquired right or a mere option, but a privilege that requires respect, discipline, humility, and dedication.» The player assumed the captain's armband following the retirements of stalwarts like Riyad Mahrez and Issa Mandi and the absence of Nabil Bentaleb, making him a central figure in the senior squad.
This statement comes as the team prepares to face Togo on 11 November in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The team carries positive momentum from its last friendly, a 2-1 win over Niger last month, where Bensebaini scored the winning penalty in the 73rd minute after Mohamed Belloumi's equaliser.
Bensebaini, who featured for Algeria at the 2026 World Cup where they reached the round of 32, remains a cornerstone of Hamadan's plans. His comments serve to reassure supporters about his international future ahead of the key qualifying campaign.
This story first appeared at رامي بن سبعيني يردّ على قصة خلافه مع مدرب الجزائر ببيان مثير (صورة)
