Algeria prepares for World Cup 2026 after mixed results in qualifiers

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 11:01 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Algeria prepares for World Cup 2026 after mixed results in qualifiers

Summary

Algeria's journey to the World Cup 2026 features a smooth qualification process but a puzzling exit from the Africa Cup of Nations. The national team, known as the Fennecs, had an easy time during qualifying, leading them to secure a spot in the tournament set to begin on June 11. Their earlier Africa Cup of Nations performance, however, raised questions about their readiness heading into the World Cup. With only days until the tournament kicks off, Algeria will aim to resolve these uncertainties.

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Key Details

•Algeria qualified smoothly for the World Cup 2026.
•The Fennecs exited the Africa Cup of Nations unexpectedly.
•The World Cup tournament starts on June 11.

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11:01 PMThe Guardian Sport — Algeria World Cup 2026 team guide

What they're saying

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An easy ride through qualifying and a hard-to-read Africa Cup of Nations exit mean the Fennecs are an enigma This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 48 countries who qualified. theguardian.com is running previews from three countries each day in the run-up to the tournament kicking off on 11 June. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Maher Mezahi

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