In their first-ever official meeting, Switzerland and Algeria are getting ready for a tough clash today at BC Place stadium in Canada, in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Swiss team reached the Round of 32 after topping Group B with 7 points, ahead of Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Qatar, proving they deserved the top spot. On the other hand, the Algerian team made their way to the knockout stages after finishing third in Group J, behind Argentina and Austria, booking their ticket as one of the best third-placed teams.
Switzerland Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel
Defenders: Luca Jaquez, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodriguez
Midfielders: Granit Xhaka, Johann Manzambi, Remo Freuler
Forwards: Dan Ndoye, Breel Embolo, Ruben Vargas
Algeria Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Oussama Benbot
Defenders: Rafik Belghali, Aissa Mandi, Ramy Bensebaini, Rayan Ait-Nouri
Midfielders: Nabil Bentaleb, Ibrahim Maza, Houssem Aouar
Forwards: Riyad Mahrez, Amine Gouiri, Fares Chaibi
