Algeria faces Switzerland in World Cup knockout match in Vancouver

Algeria and Switzerland will meet in the round of 32 at the World Cup on Thursday in Vancouver, British Columbia. Algeria coach Vladimir Petkovic, who previously led Switzerland from 2014 to 2021, will face his former team. Algeria, making its first World Cup appearance since 2014, is aiming for its first knockout round victory after a thrilling 3-3 draw with Austria. Switzerland, which has advanced to the round of 16 in the last three World Cups, won Group B with a 2-1 victory over Canada. Both teams have emphasized the competitive nature of the match, with Petkovic focusing on his players' performance on the field.

• 11:47 PMYahoo Sports — Algeria coach will go up against his former team Switzerland in the World Cup knockout round