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📖 About Algeria at the 2026 World Cup
Algeria competes at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group J, facing Argentina, Austria and Jordan in the group stage. The tournament is hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico, featuring 48 teams for the first time.
So far Algeria have played 3 matches, recording 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss for 4 points with a goal difference of -2 (5 scored, 7 conceded). That places them 3rd in their group.
Explore the full Algeria squad, fixtures, live results and statistics on worldcuplivenow.com.
📖 Algeria — Profile & Football History
World Cup History
Algeria has qualified for the FIFA World Cup four times (1982, 1986, 2010, 2014). Their best performance came in 2014 when they reached the Round of 16, losing to Germany in extra time. The 1982 team famously defeated West Germany but was eliminated due to the 'Disgrace of Gijón' match.
Honours & Achievements
Algeria won the Africa Cup of Nations twice, in 1990 (as hosts) and 2019. They also won the African Nations Championship in 2011 and the Arab Cup in 2021. The national team has a strong record in African football, consistently ranking among the top teams.
Playing Style & Identity
Algeria is known for a technically skilled, possession-based style with quick transitions. The team often relies on creative midfielders and pacey wingers, blending North African flair with European tactical discipline. Defensively, they are organized and compact.
Legends & Star Players
Notable Algerian legends include Lakhdar Belloumi, scorer of the winning goal against West Germany in 1982; Rabah Madjer, known for his backheel goal in the 1987 European Cup final; and Riyad Mahrez, captain of the 2019 AFCON-winning team. Other icons include goalkeeper Larbi Aït Hocine and midfielder Sofiane Feghouli.
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