Hadj Moussa off the bench seals Algeria's 3-1 win over Zambia

Four minutes of added time: The fourth official announces four minutes of added time, giving Algeria and Zambia a final stretch to try to change the scoreline. The hosts continue to lead 3-1 in the closing stages.

Anis Hadj Moussa is fouled by Owen Tembo and wins a free kick for Algeria in the attacking half, giving the hosts another opportunity to threaten Zambia. Algeria continue to manage their 3-1 lead in the final stages.

Substitution for Zambia: Zambia make another change in the 78th minute, looking to add fresh energy to the attack and find a response in the final stages against Algeria. Chanka Zimba comes on for Kingstone Mutandwa.

Algeria make three changes in the 71st minute to refresh the team for the final stages, looking to protect their 2-1 lead over Zambia. Anis Hadj Moussa comes on for Mohamed Belloumi, Adil Boulbina replaces Farès Chaïbi, and Himad Abdelli takes the place of Adem Zorgane.

Zambia respond to Algeria's goal with three changes in the 68th minute, looking to change the momentum and find another equaliser. Lameck Banda replaces Albert Kangwanda, Owen Tembo comes on for Miguel Changa Chaiwa, and Ghampani Lungu replaces Mathews Banda.

Mohamed Belloumi had a good chance for Algeria with a left-footed shot from the right side of the box, looking to restore the hosts' lead against Zambia. However, the Zambia goalkeeper made a good save to keep the score level at 1-1.

Amoura caught offside: Mohammed Amoura is caught offside, bringing an Algeria attacking move to an end as the hosts looked to create danger against Zambia. The visitors will restart play from the indicated position.

Mohammed Amoura had another chance for Algeria with a right-footed shot from the centre of the box, looking to take advantage of the hosts' momentum and extend their lead over Zambia. However, his effort missed the target and Algeria remain 1-0 ahead.

Patson Daka tries from distance: Patson Daka tried a right-footed shot from outside the box, assisted by Albert Kangwanda, but his effort went too high. The referee has added three minutes of stoppage time.

Patson Daka wins a free kick after being fouled by Farès Chaïbi in Zambia's defensive half, giving the visitors a chance to relieve some of Algeria's pressure. Zambia look to move forward and stay in the game.

Patson Daka continues to push forward and lead Zambia's attack, looking to create danger against an Algeria side that still hold the lead. The Zambian forward remains one of the visitors' main attacking outlets.

Chaïbi tries from a free kick: Farès Chaïbi took a direct free kick from outside the box with a right-footed effort, looking to catch the Zambia goalkeeper off guard. However, his shot went wide and Algeria remain in front.

Patson Daka wins a free kick for Zambia in their own half, giving the visitors a chance to relieve some of Algeria's pressure. Zambia look to move the ball forward and push the game away from their own area.

Substitution for Algeria: Amin Chiakha comes on for Amine Gouiri, as Algeria make a change in the 20th minute against Zambia. The forward joins the attack as the hosts look to maintain pressure on the visitors.

The first 15 minutes have passed and Algeria are comfortably leading Zambia, controlling the game after Jaouen Hadjam's early goal. The hosts are managing their advantage well and forcing the visitors to sit deeper as they look to contain Algeria's attacks.

Maza tries from outside the box: Ibrahim Maza tried his luck with a right-footed shot from outside the box, looking to extend Algeria's lead against Zambia, but his effort went wide and failed to trouble the goal.

Zambia are trying to close down the spaces after conceding an early goal against Algeria, looking to reorganize and prevent the hosts from creating further openings. The visitors are working to restore their defensive shape and stay within reach on the scoreboard.

Everything is ready in Algeria for the start of the match against Zambia in AFCON qualifying. The players from both teams have completed their final warm-up exercises and are now ready to take to the pitch. The anticipation is building as kick-off approaches.

Zambia will line up in a 4-4-2 formation, with W. Mwanza in goal. The defensive line will feature M. Banda, R. Chanda, D. Chanda and D. Hamansenya.

A. Kangwanda, M. C. Chaiwa, J. Liteta and F. Sakala, who will wear the captain's armband, will form the midfield. P. Daka and K. Mutandwa will lead the attack as Zambia look to challenge Algeria from the opening whistle.

Algeria will line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with M. Mastil in goal. The defensive line will feature S. Redouani, S. S. Chergui, R. Bensebaini, who will wear the captain's armband, and J. Hadjam.

F. Chaïbi, A. Zorgane and I. Maza will form the midfield, while M. E. A. Amoura, A. Gouiri and M. Belloum will make up the attacking trio as Algeria look to start the match on the front foot against Zambia.

The starting lineups for Algeria and Zambia have been confirmed for this important AFCON qualifying clash. Both teams now have their starting XIs in place and know the players who will be tasked with making an impact from the opening whistle.

The players from Algeria and Zambia are now warming up on the pitch, completing their final exercises and preparations before the match gets underway. Kick-off is getting closer in this important AFCON qualifying clash.

The players from Algeria and Zambia receive final instructions from their respective coaching staffs before the match. Both teams are going over their tactical details in the dressing rooms as kick-off draws closer.

Zambia will look to make a positive start away from home against Algeria, aiming to take an important result from their opening match. The visitors will try to stay organized and make the most of their chances to trouble the hosts.

Algeria will look to make home advantage count against Zambia, with the hosts aiming to impose themselves from the opening stages. Algeria will try to use the support of their fans to take control and start the match on the front foot.