🇩🇿 Algeria
Group J
- Coach
- Djamel Belmadi
- World Cup appearances
- 5
- Best result
- Round of 16 2014
- FIFA ranking
- #44
Algeria qualified for the 2026 World Cup with a squad full of technical quality, attacking flair, and a football identity shaped by creativity. They will prepare with a training camp at Sidi Moussa starting May 25. Algeria is drawn in Group J alongside Argentina, Austria, and Jordan. They will face the Netherlands in a friendly on June 3 and another warm-up game in Kansas City on June 10. Algeria first joined FIFA in 1964 and qualified for their first World Cup in 1982. Their only knockout stage appearance was in 2014 in Brazil.
Matches
News
Messi Breaks World Cup Goal Record as Argentina Defeats Austria
Lionel Messi scored his 17th World Cup goal to surpass Miroslav Klose's record, leading Argentina to a 2-0 win over Austria and top spot in Group J.
Argentina vs. Austria Live: Messi Tries to Match Klose’s Record as Group J Leaders Clash
Argentina faces Austria in a high-stakes Group J match. Lionel Messi, fresh off a historic hat-trick, leads the defending champions against an Austria side buoyed by their first World Cup win in 36 years. A win could decide the group winner.
Argentina vs Austria: Messi Chases History in Pivotal World Cup 2026 Group J Clash
Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, face Austria in a crucial World Cup Group J match. The defending champions aim to secure knockout stage progression after a dominant opening win, while Austria seeks to overcome the odds with disciplined defense and counter-attacks.
Alaba Cleared for World Cup, Baumgartner and Ter Stegen Among Final Casualties
David Alaba has been passed fit for the 2026 World Cup after a muscle scare, but Austria suffers a major blow as Christoph Baumgartner is ruled out with a thigh injury sustained in the pre-match warm-up.
Jordan’s World Cup 2026 Squad Confirmed: Al-Tamari In, Al-Naimat Out, Nation Gets Late Work Start
Jordan unveils 26-man squad for first World Cup, led by Mousa Al-Tamari. Striker Yazan Al-Naimat misses out due to injury. Government postpones work start times so fans can watch.
Austria vs Algeria: What Both Need to Qualify for World Cup 2026 Knockouts
Austria and Algeria, both on three points, clash in Group J final. Austria needs only a draw to advance as runner-up; Algeria must win to be certain. A draw could send both through, but the shadow of the 1982 'Disgrace of Gijón' and strategic bracket implications add tension.
World Cup 2026: Haaland vs. Mbappé Showdown While Scotland Waits in Limbo
Day 15 of the 2026 World Cup features a blockbuster clash between Erling Haaland's Norway and Kylian Mbappé's France in Boston. Scotland anxiously waits on third-place permutations, while controversies over a Pride Match involving Iran and Egypt add off-field tension.
Algeria Snatch Late Win Over Jordan to Keep World Cup Knockout Hopes Alive
Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2-1, keeping their World Cup dream alive. Two second-half goals from corners secured victory, setting up a winner-takes-all clash with Austria for second place in Group J.
Gouiri's Late Strike Sinks Jordan and Keeps Algeria's World Cup 2026 Hopes Alive
Algeria rallied from 1-0 down to beat Jordan 2-1 in Santa Clara. Amine Gouiri’s 82nd-minute goal sealed the comeback, leveling Group J on three points with Austria. Jordan is eliminated.
World Cup 2026 Golden Boot: Messi Leads After Record-Breaking Brace vs Austria
Lionel Messi tops World Cup 2026 scoring charts after a hat-trick vs Algeria and a brace vs Austria, breaking the all-time record. Mbappé, Kane, Haaland, and David are in pursuit.