The story
The Algeria national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Les Fennecs, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 28 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from CAF to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Technical, proud and capable of toppling anyone on their day.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Algeria will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group J and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group J. The connection between Riyad Mahrez and Ismaël Bennacer is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Riyad Mahrez - the clinical winger who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Algeria are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Argentina 
Algeria Argentina 3-0 Algeria
Argentina 3-0 Algeria. Girone J. MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. mar 16 giu.
Giordania Algeria Giordania 1-2 Algeria
Giordania 1-2 Algeria. Girone J. Gillette Stadium, Boston. dom 21 giu.
Austria Algeria Austria 3-3 Algeria
Austria 3-3 Algeria. Girone J. Gillette Stadium, Boston. gio 25 giu.
Svizzera Algeria Svizzera 2-0 Algeria
Svizzera 2-0 Algeria. Trentaduesimi. BC Place, Vancouver. gio 2 lug.