Yahia sends Algeria to World Cup

**Algeria qualified for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa with a 1-0 win over Egypt on Wednesday.**A stunning first-half strike by defender Antar Yahia gave Algeria victory in the play-off match.

Yahia’s 39th minute winner came against the run of play when he scored with a volley with from an acute angle.

The playoff match was played in Sudan, after the two teams were inseparable at the top their qualifying group.

More to follow.