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Algeria

FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA Ranking

#36

Group

Group J

Confederation

CAF

WC Appearances

5th

Their Group at World Cup 2026

Group J
🇦🇷Argentina
#2
🇦🇹Austria
#23
🇩🇿Algeria
#36
🇯🇴Jordan
#64
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Algeria: World Cup 2026 Fixtures

Matchday 1
Arrowhead · KC
Matchday 2
Levi's · Bay Area
Matchday 3
Arrowhead · KC

If Algeria finish in the top two of Group J, or qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams, their Round of 32 match takes place between 28 June and 4 July 2026 at a venue determined by their group finishing position.

Algeria at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile

Tournament Outlook

Algeria's return is built around one of the most decorated players in African soccer history. Riyad Mahrez, an English league champion and AFCON winner, brings the technical quality and big-game experience that transforms Group J into a genuine contest. This squad has the individual quality to threaten Austria for the second qualifying spot.

Players to Watch

  • Riyad Mahrez: decorated winger and creative talisman.
  • Ismaël Bennacer: composed midfield partner who controls tempo against elite opposition.

Path to the Final

Algeria aim to push past the 2014 Round of 16 benchmark by stealing second place in the group.

World Cup History

Algeria's fifth World Cup appearance follows a high-water Round of 16 run in Brazil 2014.

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Algeria World Cup 2026 FAQ

Is Algeria in the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. Algeria qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group J alongside Argentina, Austria, and Jordan. Their first match is on Wed, June 17, 2026.
What group is Algeria in at World Cup 2026?
Algeria are in Group J at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains Argentina (FIFA #2), Austria (FIFA #23), Jordan (FIFA #64).
When does Algeria play at World Cup 2026?
Algeria play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Wed, June 17, 2026 vs Argentina at Arrowhead · KC. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Jordan at Levi's · Bay Area. Matchday 3: Sun, June 28, 2026 vs Austria at Arrowhead · KC. All times are UTC.
What are Algeria's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
Algeria's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Wed, June 17, 2026 vs Argentina at Arrowhead · KC. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Jordan at Levi's · Bay Area. Matchday 3: Sun, June 28, 2026 vs Austria at Arrowhead · KC. Algeria must finish in the top two of Group J to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
How many times has Algeria been to the World Cup?
Algeria are appearing at the World Cup for the 5th time in 2026. Their best World Cup result is: Round of 16 (2014).

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