Switzerland faces Algeria in World Cup knockout stage match

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Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Switzerland faces Algeria in World Cup knockout stage match
Summary

Switzerland takes on Algeria in the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup on July 2, 2026, at 11:00 PM ET. The winner will advance to meet the victor of the Colombia vs. Ghana match in the Round of 16. This matchup features a personal connection, as Algeria's coach Vladimir Petković previously managed Switzerland from 2014 to 2021. Switzerland is led by prominent players including Granit Xhaka, while Riyad Mahrez heads Algeria's attacking effort. Both teams aim for tactical control, setting the stage for a closely contested game.

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  • Match time: July 2, 2026, at 11:00 PM ET
  • Location: FIFA World Cup, Round of 32
  • Switzerland coached by Murat Yakin
  • Algeria coached by Vladimir Petković
  • Previous matchups included Algeria's heavy loss to Argentina
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Switzerland and Algeria meet in the Round of 32 with the winner moving on to face the winner of Colombia vs. Ghana in the Round of 16. The matchup also has a personal edge: Algeria coach Vladimir Petković managed Switzerland…

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Algeria and Switzerland will meet for the first time in 40 years as the World Cup 2026 knockout stages continue on Thursday. MORE: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 TV schedule, full list of games How to Watch Switzerland…

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