Lawrence, Kansas embraces Algeria during World Cup preparations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 6:41 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The city of Lawrence, Kansas, is welcoming Algeria as they prepare for the World Cup. The team has made Lawrence their home base, and the city has shown support by organizing events like 'Soccer 101' classes for locals. Fans greeted the team upon arrival, and art installations celebrating Algeria's flag have been created. Algerian communities from nearby Missouri are also visiting Lawrence in anticipation of the tournament. Algeria's first match is against Argentina at Kansas City Stadium this Tuesday.
- •Algeria chose Lawrence, Kansas, as their base for the World Cup.
- •City organized 'Soccer 101' classes prior to the team's arrival.
- •Art installations celebrating Algeria have been set up in the city.
- •Fans welcomed the team and several events are planned leading to the match.
- •Algeria will play Argentina at Kansas City Stadium on Tuesday.
- 6:41 PMYahoo Sports — Little Algeria - the Kansas city taking a World Cup team to its heart
- 6:41 PMBBC Football — Little Algeria - the Kansas city taking a World Cup team to its heart
"In a small city in the state of Kansas, a World Cup love story has started.
"In a small city in the state of Kansas, a World Cup love story has started.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 6:41 PMLittle Algeria - the Kansas city taking a World Cup team to its heart
In a small city in the state of Kansas, a World Cup love story has started.
- BBC FootballJun 16, 2026, 6:41 PMLittle Algeria - the Kansas city taking a World Cup team to its heart
In a small city in the state of Kansas, a World Cup love story has started.
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