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Algeria play at the 2026 World Cup in Group J against Argentina, Austria and Jordan. Head coach is Vladimir Petković. Find their chances, history, FAQs and which World Cup Hero archetype matches Algeria below.
Algeria are by far the toughest opponent for Argentina in Group J. Mahrez (al-Ahli), Bennacer (Milan) and Amoura bring creativity and pace. Second place behind Argentina is realistic; a Round of 16 spot would extend their finest World Cup chapter since 2014.
The three group-stage matches for Algeria in Group J.
Algeria face three opponents in Group J. The top two go straight through to the knockouts; the eight best third-placed teams also qualify.
Head-to-head analyses between Algeria and the other teams in Group J, plus classic rivalries.
Round of 16 at the 2014 World Cup (Brazil), eliminated by Germany after extra time. First African winner at a World Cup (1982 vs West Germany).
The 2 biggest names in Algeria's squad, ranked by star score (0-100). Click for the full profile.
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Start predicting →Algeria play at the 2026 World Cup in Group J, together with Argentina, Austria and Jordan.
Vladimir Petković is the head coach of Algeria at the 2026 World Cup.
Algeria's best World Cup result is: Round of 16 (2014). Algeria have 5 previous World Cup appearances.
Algeria are by far the toughest opponent for Argentina in Group J. Mahrez (al-Ahli), Bennacer (Milan) and Amoura bring creativity and pace.
Algeria are part of CAF (Africa). They sit at #36 on the FIFA world ranking.
Last updated: 2026-06-07