Twelve Algerians killed during football celebrations

Twelve people have reportedly died in Algeria during celebrations following the national team's qualification for next year's World Cup.

A further 240 people are understood to have been injured on Tuesday night.

Nine fans were killed in car accidents in the cities of Bejaia and Biskra respectively, while a further three died in other towns, according to The AP.

Algeria sealed their place at the 2014 World Cup with a 1-0 win over Burkina Faso in Bilda.

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Jack Prescott