Algeria head to the FIFA World Cup 2026 aiming to reach the knockout stage for the first time since Brazil 2014. Under coach Vladimir Petkovic, the Desert Foxes qualified impressively, topping Group G with 25 points.
Drawn in Group J with Argentina, Austria and debutants Jordan, Algeria’s path is challenging but realistic under the expanded format.
Their campaign opens against Argentina on 16 June in Kansas City, followed by Jordan in San Francisco on 22 June, and Austria back in Kansas City on 27 June.
Captain Riyad Mahrez leads a squad blending experience and youth, with rising stars Ibrahim Maza and Luca Zidane joining seasoned figures like Nabil Bentaleb and Aïssa Mandi. The balance of leadership and fresh talent could be decisive as Algeria chase another historic run.
