- 3d ago
Algerian football federation appoints Brahim Hemdani as national team coach
The Algerian Football Federation has appointed former Marseille captain Brahim Hemdani as head coach, replacing Vladimir Petkovic ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
- Jul 3
Switzerland beats Algeria 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16
Goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoi secured Switzerland's passage to the knockout stage at BC Place in Vancouver.
- Jun 29
Austria and Algeria advance in 3-3 thriller, Iran eliminated after last-gasp drama
A 96th-minute equaliser from Sasa Kalajdzic sent Austria through to the World Cup last 16 and eliminated Iran in one of the most dramatic finishes in tournament history.
- Jun 28
Austria and Algeria both advance after stoppage-time drama as late goals spark mutual celebrations in Kansas City
A chaotic 3-3 draw between Algeria and Austria sent both teams through to the World Cup last 32, but not before a stoppage-time turnaround that briefly eliminated the Austrians and then prompted Algerian players and fans to celebrate an equaliser it suited them to concede.
- Jun 28
Switzerland to face Petkovic's Algeria in World Cup last 16 after dramatic final group-day twist
An 8% chance became reality on the final night of the group stage, setting up a round-of-16 meeting between Switzerland and a familiar face: ex-Nati boss Vladimir Petkovic, now guiding Algeria.
- Jun 23
Algeria comes back to beat debutant Jordan 2-1 to keep World Cup hopes alive
Algeria fought back from a goal down to beat World Cup debutants Jordan 2-1 in their Group J match on Tuesday, keeping their knockout stage hopes alive.
