Algeria, fresh off a stunning victory, is set to arrive in Kansas City this weekend in advance of the 2026 World Cup.

The squad coached by Vladimir Petković begin their fifth World Cup appearance optimistic about reaching the knockout rounds.

Argentina plot their title defence against Austria, Algeria and debutants Jordan. Learn more about each team, their fixtures and who they could face in the Round of 32.

Catching up on the World Cup before games start in the Bay Area next weekend? Here are the basics on the eight nations set to play group-stage matches in Santa Clara, before a Round of 32 match on July 1: Algeria FIFA ranking: 28 ELO ranking: 28 Coach: Vladimir Petković (Nationality: Bosnia and Herzegovina) World Cup appearances: 2026 will be Algeria’s fifth World Cup.

Here is Algeria's World Cup group stage opponents, which stadiums they will play at, and the times for the games.

The world champions are making a few changes to protect their injured players against Honduras with World Cup coming soon.

The Netherlands' 1-0 home defeat by Algeria in their World Cup warm-up on Wednesday was a wake-up call before they head ​to the U.S. for next week’s tournament start, coach Ronald ‌Koeman said.

Here's what you need to know about Algeria's national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Luca Zidane - son of France legend Zinedine Zidane - is named in Algeria's squad for the upcoming World Cup.

Leonardo Balerdi will miss Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign after the Marseille captain sustained a calf injury in a training session.

Lionel Messi will sit out Argentina's upcoming international friendly against Honduras as the reigning champions manage their workload ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria. Argentina are gearing up for their 2026 World Cup debut against Algeria on June 16,