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Switzerland and Algeria compete for Round of 16 spot in Vancouver

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 1:47 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Switzerland and Algeria compete for Round of 16 spot in Vancouver
Summary

Switzerland faces Algeria in a crucial match for a World Cup Round of 16 spot in Vancouver. Switzerland aims to improve on its knockout stage history, having last won a match in 1938 and reaching the Round of 16 four times in the last five tournaments. Algeria seeks its first-ever knockout stage victory following a close loss to Germany in 2014. Key players include Switzerland’s Gregor Kobel and Algeria’s Riyad Mahrez. The winners will advance to meet either Colombia or Ghana in the next round.

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By the Numbers
  • •Match takes place on July 3, 2026, in Vancouver.
  • •Switzerland last won a knockout stage game in 1938.
  • •Algeria hopes for its first knockout stage win.
  • •Confirmed lineups include key players for both teams.
  • •Winners will face Colombia or Ghana in the Round of 16.
Latest Updates
  • 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Manzambi helps Switzerland end 88-year wait for knockout win
  • 1:47 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Manzambi and Maza face off for a Round of 16 spot
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Switzerland and Algeria lock horns with a Round of 16 spot at stake in Vancouver. The former last won a World Cup knockout stage game in 1938, although they did reach the Round of 16 in four of the la...

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Switzerland won a World Cup knockout stage game for the first time since 1938 as they progressed to the Round of 16 at Algeria’s expense. Johan Manzambi produced yet another excellent performance as...

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