Switzerland meet Algeria in Vancouver for Round of 16 place
Switzerland and Algeria contest a World Cup knockout tie in Vancouver for a place in the Round of 16, with both sides missing key players through injury.
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Manzambi stars as Switzerland beat Algeria to reach World Cup last 16
Switzerland defeated Algeria to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup last 16, with Johan Manzambi becoming the youngest player to record five goal involvements at the tournament. The victory marks Switzerland’s first World Cup knockout win since 1938.
Zidane and Aït-Nouri Return as Algeria Name Lineup for Switzerland World Cup Clash
Algeria head coach Vladimir Petkovic has named his starting lineup for the World Cup 2026 last-32 match against Switzerland, recalling goalkeeper Luca Zidane.
Algeria 3-3 Austria Analysis: Mahrez’s 93rd-Minute Goal, Kalajdžić’s Reply and a Format Tested to the Limit
Algeria and Austria played out a dramatic 3-3 draw in their final Group J match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Riyad Mahrez scoring in the 93rd minute and Saša Kalajdžić equalizing three minutes later to send both teams through to the Round of 32 while eliminating Iran. Austria advanced as group runners-up with four points and a plus-one goal difference, setting up a knockout clash with Spain, while Algeria progressed as one of the best third-placed teams despite a minus-two goal difference and will face Switzerland.
Algeria Seal World Cup Knockout Spot in Dramatic Sydney Scenes
Algeria secured a place in the World Cup round of 32 after a breathless 3-3 draw with Austria, sparking emotional scenes among Sydney’s Algerian community, while Canada advanced to the round of 16.
Austria and Algeria seal World Cup last-32 spots after dramatic 3-3 draw
Sasa Kalajdzic’s 96th-minute header rescued a 3-3 draw for Austria against Algeria in Kansas City, sending both nations into the World Cup Round of 32 and eliminating Iran.
Jordan 1-2 Algeria Analysis: Mahrez’s Delivery and Petković’s Substitutes Saved the Campaign
Algeria came from behind to defeat Jordan 2-1 in Group J through second-half goals from substitutes Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri, with Riyad Mahrez’s set-piece delivery proving decisive as Jamal Sellami’s compact Jordan side tired after protecting Nizar Al-Rashdan’s first-half opener.
Argentina 3-0 Algeria Analysis: Messi’s Hat-Trick, 200th Cap and a Perfect Opening Statement
Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their 2026 World Cup Group J opener on June 16 at Kansas City Stadium, with Lionel Messi scoring a hat-trick in his historic 200th international cap to equal Miroslav Klose’s all-time World Cup goalscoring record of 16 goals, supported by dominant midfield control from Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernández that prevented Algeria from converting early energy into sustained attacking threats.
Argentina vs Algeria Prediction and Analysis: Messi’s Milestone Meets Mahrez’s Counterattacking Threat
Argentina face Algeria at 04:00 East Africa Time on 17 June 2026 at Kansas City Stadium in a Group J opener that pits the defending champions against returning challengers. Lionel Messi could mark his 200th international appearance if selected, though his recent muscle recovery means his participation duration remains uncertain. Algeria counter with the pace of Mohamed Amoura and the creativity of Riyad Mahrez, yet Argentina’s midfield control through Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernandez suggests a 2-0 victory for the South Americans based on superior possession management and counterpressing intensity.
Luca Zidane earns maiden World Cup call-up as Algeria name squad
Algeria have named Luca Zidane and Riyad Mahrez in their World Cup squad. Coach Vladimir Petkovic has also recalled midfielder Nabil Bentaleb after seven months away from the national team.