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A bus crash in Algeria claims the lives of two football club members, leading to nationwide mourning and game postponements.
A bus carrying members of Algerian Ligue 1 side Mouloudia El Bayadh met with a tragic accident in the late hours of Wednesday, resulting in the untimely deaths of the team's goalkeeper, Zakaria Bouziani, 27, and assistant coach Khalid Muftah.
The devastating incident unfolded as the team was en route to face JS Kabylie in a league game initially scheduled for Friday.
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The crash, which took place in the town of Sougueur in northwestern Algeria, has sent shockwaves through the football community, prompting the Algerian Football Federation to take immediate action.
The fateful journey, which was supposed to lead the team to a crucial match, turned into a nightmare when their bus overturned on the road to Tizi Ouzou.
In the wake of this tragic incident, the Algerian Football Federation has made the difficult decision to suspend all football activities scheduled for the end of this week across the entire country.
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"The Federation also decided to postpone the draw ceremony for the 32nd and 16th rounds of the Algerian Cup to a later date," further underlining the profound impact this accident has had on the footballing landscape of Algeria.
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, acknowledging the pain and sorrow that has engulfed the nation.
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Bouziani, a stand-in goalkeeper for El Bayadh, had made a total of two league appearances this season, showcasing his dedication to his team's cause.
As the investigation into the crash continues, questions arise about the circumstances that led to this tragic incident.
Preliminary reports suggest that adverse weather conditions and road factors may have played a role in the accident, as the bus lost control and overturned.
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However, a comprehensive investigation is underway to determine the exact cause.
The entire footballing community joins in mourning the loss of these two promising individuals and stands in solidarity with Mouloudia El Bayadh during this difficult time.
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