2026 World Cup: Switzerland vs Algeria, probable line-ups

02.07.26 FT World Cup

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As part of the round of 32 at this 2026 World Cup, Switzerland and Algeria face off in the early hours of Friday at Vancouver's stadium.

For this clash, Nati head coach Murat Yakin has his entire squad at his disposal. Fennecs boss Vladimir Petkovic is expected to once again trust Zidane between the posts.

Here are the probable line-ups for both teams:

Switzerland: Kobel - Jaquez, Elvedi, Akanji, Rodriguez - Freuler, Xhaka (c), Sow - Manzambi, Embolo, Vargas.

Algeria: Zidane - Belghali, Mandi, Bensebaini, Hadjam - Aouar, Bentaleb, Maza - Mahrez (c), Gouiri, Chaïbi.

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