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Algeria — World Cup 2026
Group J · Model Elo 1876 · Founded 1964 · Stade Nelson-Mandela
Algeria are in Group J. Our model rates their title chance at 0.1% (Elo strength 1876, reaching the knockout stage 63% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 3 group-stage fixtures.
About Algeria
Algeria are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group J. The national side was founded in 1964. They play home matches at the Stade Nelson-Mandela in Blida, Algeria, which seats 35,000.
- Founded: 1964
- Home stadium: Stade Nelson-Mandela (capacity 35,000)
- Based in: Blida, Algeria
- Official site: faf.dz
Record
Algeria have played 616 internationals since 1963, winning 287 for a 46.6% win rate (287W 162D 167L, 949 goals for / 613 against). At the FIFA World Cup their record is 3W 3D 7L from 13 matches.
Recent form
- W vs Netherlands 1–0 · 2026-06-03
- D vs Uruguay 0–0 · 2026-03-31
- W vs Guatemala 7–0 · 2026-03-27
- L vs Nigeria 0–2 · 2026-01-10 · African Cup of Nations
- W vs DR Congo 1–0 · 2026-01-06 · African Cup of Nations
- W vs Equatorial Guinea 3–1 · 2025-12-31 · African Cup of Nations
Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).
Group J Fixtures & Predictions
FAQ
Which group is Algeria in at the 2026 World Cup?
Algeria are in Group J.
What are Algeria's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?
Our model gives Algeria a 0.1% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 1876.
When was the Algeria national football team founded?
1964.
Where do Algeria play their home matches?
At the Stade Nelson-Mandela in Blida, Algeria (capacity 35,000).
What is Algeria's all-time record?
Algeria have played 616 internationals, winning 287 (46.6%). At the World Cup they have 3 wins, 3 draws and 7 defeats from 13 matches.