'Non-negotiable condition' – Manchester City player told to issue public apology

Aït-Nouri refused to come on as substitute during Algeria's match against Zambia and left the camp; he can return only if he issues a public apology.

Manchester City left-back Rayan Aït-Nouri has been told he must issue a public apology to represent Algeria again after refusing to enter the pitch during the Fennecs' match against Zambia. The 25-year-old was on the bench when manager Brahim Hemdani wanted to bring him on following Zambia's equaliser, but Aït-Nouri declined. His behaviour angered teammates and coaching staff, leading to his dismissal from the camp. The Algeria Football Association, with president Walid Sadi's approval, has made the apology a non-negotiable condition for his future participation.