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
아르헨티나 
알제리 아르헨티나 3-0 알제리
아르헨티나 3-0 알제리. J조. MetLife Stadium, 뉴저지. 6월 16일 (화).
요르단 알제리 요르단 1-2 알제리
요르단 1-2 알제리. J조. Gillette Stadium, 보스턴. 6월 21일 (일).
오스트리아 알제리 오스트리아 3-3 알제리
오스트리아 3-3 알제리. J조. Gillette Stadium, 보스턴. 6월 25일 (목).
스위스 알제리 스위스 2-0 알제리
스위스 2-0 알제리. 32강. BC Place, Vancouver. 7월 2일 (목).