FC St. Gallen Star Carlo Boukhalfa Sets Sights on World Cup Ambitions
Carlo Boukhalfa, the marquee signing for FC St. Gallen, has opened up about his aspirations to compete on the world’s biggest stage. As the club continues its campaign, the FCSG professional is dreaming of a call-up that would see him face off against the game’s elite.
With the World Cup group stages featuring legendary figures such as Lionel Messi, the prospect of participating is a driving force for the attacker. “Never say never. The World Cup would be a huge dream,” Boukhalfa stated, reflecting on the possibility of joining the tournament.
While his ambitions are high, Boukhalfa remains grounded regarding his current prospects, acknowledging that his current situation may not be sufficient to secure a definitive offer. However, the groundwork for an international career has already begun; the player revealed that he had initial contact and a preliminary conversation with the Algerian Football Federation last year.
The central question now is whether Vladimir Petkovic will make the call to bring the FCSG star into the national fold. A spot on the roster would represent the pinnacle of his career, transitioning from a key role in Switzerland to the global spotlight.
Currently a vital component of the FC St. Gallen first team for the 2025/26 season, Boukhalfa’s performance at the club level remains the primary vehicle for realizing his international dreams. For the man regarded as a “king transfer” for the club, the journey toward the World Cup is a challenge he is eager to embrace.
