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Algeria edges Netherlands 1-0 in World Cup warm-up match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 8:57 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Algeria edges Netherlands 1-0 in World Cup warm-up match
Summary

Algeria defeated the Netherlands 1-0 in a friendly match on June 3, 2026, providing a confidence boost just ahead of the World Cup. Despite the Netherlands dominating early with Malen hitting the post and a disallowed goal from Reijnders, Algeria held firm with goalkeeper Luca Zidane making key saves. The match balanced out after multiple substitutions at halftime, allowing Algeria to create significant chances. A late goal from Hadj Moussa sealed the victory. Algeria will next face Bolivia on June 10, while the Netherlands prepares for a final friendly against Uzbekistan before opening their World Cup campaign against Japan on June 14.

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  • •Algeria wins 1-0 in a friendly match against the Netherlands
  • •Match held on June 3, 2026
  • •Luca Zidane made key saves for Algeria
  • •Hadj Moussa scored the decisive goal
  • •Algeria plays Bolivia next on June 10
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Big statement from the Fennecs! A week before the start of the World Cup, Algeria got a major confidence boost by beating the Netherlands (1-0) on their own turf. The match was nevertheless dominate...

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