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Switzerland vs Algeria Live: FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 — Score, Lineups & Updates
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Match Preview
Switzerland and Algeria meet in Vancouver in a Round of 32 tie that pits a settled, unbeaten European side against a resilient North African team that clawed its way through a dramatic group phase. Murat Yakin's Switzerland finished top of Group B on seven points, beating Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 and Canada 2-1, with their only dropped points coming in a 1-1 draw with Qatar. Their attack has clicked into gear at the right time, headlined by teenage breakout star Johan Manzambi.
Algeria's route was far bumpier. Vladimir Petkovic's side opened with a 0-3 defeat to Argentina, recovered to beat Jordan 2-1, and then survived a wild 3-3 draw with Austria, conceding a stoppage-time equaliser that still proved enough to sneak through as one of the tournament's best third-placed teams. There's a compelling subplot too: Petkovic coached Switzerland for seven years before taking the Algeria job, and knows this Swiss squad intimately.
Switzerland go in as favourites given their defensive solidity and Algeria's leaky backline, which has shipped seven goals in three group games. But Algeria have shown they can punch through any opponent's defence, with Riyad Mahrez and Mohamed Amoura carrying real attacking threat on the counter.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Switzerland and Algeria have met only twice before, both friendlies in the 1980s (Switzerland won 2-1 in 1983 and 2-0 in 1986). This is their first-ever competitive fixture and first meeting at a FIFA World Cup.
Starting XI & Substitutes
Switzerland — Predicted XI
- GK Gregor Kobel
- DF Manuel Akanji
- DF Nico Elvedi
- DF Ricardo Rodriguez
- DF Silvan Widmer
- MF Granit Xhaka
- MF Remo Freuler
- MF Ruben Vargas
- FW Johan Manzambi
- FW Breel Embolo
- FW Dan Ndoye
Subs: Yvon Mvogo, Denis Zakaria, Ardon Jashari, Michel Aebischer, Fabian Rieder, Djibril Sow, Christian Fassnacht, Eray Comert, Aurele Amenda, Luca Jaquez, Miro Muheim.
Coach: Murat Yakin
Algeria — Predicted XI
- GK Luca Zidane
- DF Ahmed Touba
- DF Aissa Mandi
- DF Rami Bensebaini
- DF Mohamed Amine Tougai
- MF Ramiz Zerrouki
- MF Ismael Bennacer
- MF Riyad Mahrez
- FW Mohamed Amoura
- FW Amir Sayoud
- FW Baghdad Bounedjah
Subs: Oussama Benbot, Youcef Belaili, Houssem Aouar, Nabil Bentaleb, Zinedine Belaid and further squad options.
Coach: Vladimir Petkovic
Lineups are predicted ahead of official confirmation and will be updated with the confirmed teamsheets one hour before kickoff.
Match Timeline & Live Commentary
Teams are warming up at BC Place. Confirmed lineups drop roughly 60 minutes before kickoff — refresh this section for updates.
Minute-by-minute commentary, goals, cards and substitutions will populate here live once the referee blows the first whistle.
Full-time report, extra-time and penalty updates (if required) will be added as the match develops. Knockout rules mean this tie cannot end in a draw.
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Match Stats
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CS Sports Prediction
Switzerland to win 2-1 (AET possible)
Switzerland's balance across the pitch and superior defensive record make them the stronger side on paper, and their attacking trio of Manzambi, Embolo and Vargas has scored seven goals between them this tournament. Algeria's defence has looked fragile, conceding in every group game, but Mahrez and Amoura carry enough quality to keep this tight into the closing stages — expect goals at both ends with Switzerland edging it late or in extra time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Switzerland vs Algeria World Cup 2026 match?
Switzerland face Algeria in the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday, July 2, 2026, with kickoff at 11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada.
Where can I watch Switzerland vs Algeria live?
The match airs on BBC and ITVX in the UK, Fox Sports in the US, beIN Sports across France and MENA, SBS in Australia, and Zee5 in India. Use the Live Streaming Now button above for CS Sports' streaming partner links.
How did Switzerland and Algeria qualify for the Round of 32?
Switzerland topped Group B with seven points after beating Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 and Canada 2-1, and drawing 1-1 with Qatar. Algeria finished third in Group J with four points, losing 0-3 to Argentina, beating Jordan 2-1, and drawing 3-3 with Austria, qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams.
Who are the key players to watch?
Switzerland's Johan Manzambi has been the breakout star of the tournament with three goals, alongside Breel Embolo and Ruben Vargas. Algeria rely on veteran playmaker Riyad Mahrez and in-form forward Mohamed Amoura to trouble the Swiss defence.
Have Switzerland and Algeria met before?
The sides have met only twice before, both friendlies in the 1980s, with Switzerland winning both. This Round of 32 tie is their first-ever competitive meeting and first encounter at a World Cup.
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