Algeria and Switzerland met at BC Place in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 fixture on Friday, 4 July 2026, with the Desert Foxes seeking to advance deeper into the tournament.

The match went to extra time, with neither side able to separate themselves within the regulation 90 minutes — a testament to the resilience both teams showed throughout the contest.

Algeria's appearance at this stage of the competition marks a significant milestone for African football, with the Desert Foxes flying the flag for the continent in the latter stages of the World Cup.