🇩🇿Algeria

Algeria compete in Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, opening against Argentina on 17 June at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Group JCAF5 WC appearancesBest: Round of 16Coach: Vladimir Petković

World Cup history

This is Algeria's 5th appearance at the FIFA World Cups since 1982, with a best finish of round of 16.

Road to 2026

In CAF qualifying, Algeria finished 1st in 2026 FIFA World Cup¤ CAF Qualifying - Group G with 25 points from 10 games (8W 1D 1L), scoring 24 and conceding 8.

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Group fixtures

  • vs Argentina17 Jun · GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
  • vs Jordan23 Jun · Levi's Stadium
  • vs Austria28 Jun · GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Group J

Frequently asked

What group are Algeria in at the 2026 World Cup?

Algeria are in Group J, alongside Argentina, Austria and Jordan.

When is Algeria's first match at the 2026 World Cup?

Algeria open their campaign against Argentina on 17 June at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

How did Algeria qualify for the 2026 World Cup?

In CAF qualifying, Algeria finished 1st in 2026 FIFA World Cup¤ CAF Qualifying - Group G with 25 points from 10 games (8W 1D 1L), scoring 24 and conceding 8.

What is Algeria's best World Cup result?

Algeria's best finish at a FIFA World Cup is round of 16.

Squad

26-player provisional squad