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Switzerland and Algeria meet in the World Cup 2026 last-32 at BC Place in Vancouver, led by 20-year-old Johan Manzambi after a three-goal group stage, while Riyad Mahrez continues to spearhead Algeria’s bid for a knockout win under Vladimir Petkovic; line-ups and tactical setup set the stage for a high-stakes clash.
Algeria and Austria produced a dramatic World Cup group-stage finale: after a long, pass-heavy period that yielded little attack, Riyad Mahrez struck twice to put Algeria ahead, only for Sasa Kalajdzic to head in a stoppage-time equaliser that ensured both teams advanced and Iran was eliminated, reviving memories of the Gijón scandal and prompting debate about the 48-team format.
Algeria overturned a 1-0 halftime deficit to beat Jordan 2-1 in San Francisco, with Nadhir Benbouali equalising from Riyad Mahrez’s corner and Amine Gouiri scoring a late winner. Jordan were eliminated from Group J ahead of their final game vs Argentina as Algeria dominated the second half (69.3% possession, 13 shots to 2). Mahrez led chances created (three) and crosses (seven) in the comeback performance.
In a live World Cup 2026 Group J update, Jordan lead Algeria 1-0 at halftime after Nizar Al-Rashdan’s 36th-minute strike. Algeria have controlled possession and created chances, but Jordan’s defense has held firm and the game has seen tactical reshuffles (including a five-at-the-back setup) as substitutions arrive in the second half.
Riyad Mahrez has completed his transfer from Manchester City to Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli, signing a three-year contract with a conditional fourth. The 32-year-old winger won 11 major trophies with City and scored 78 goals in 236 appearances. City had been prepared for his departure and are now looking to replace him with a new winger. Mahrez is the latest high-profile player to move to the Saudi Pro League, following the announcement that the country's Public Investment Fund would take control of four teams.
Riyad Mahrez is set to join Al Ahli from Manchester City in a €35 million deal, with an additional €5 million in add-ons. The Algerian winger will undergo a medical before signing a three-year contract, with a conditional fourth year. Manchester City is aware of the possibility of losing Mahrez and has been making plans to replace him. They are also trying to keep Bernardo Silva, who has been approached by Al Hilal. City does not want to lose both players and has made it clear to Bernardo how important he is to their plans. Al Ahli has already signed Edouard Mendy and Roberto Firmino.