2026 World Cup: Vladimir Petkovic unveils Algeria's squad list

Algeria’s head coach, Vladimir Petkovic, has revealed his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup. Among the headline news, captain Riyad Mahrez will feature in the second World Cup of his career, while Luca Zidane is set for his debut on the world stage with the Fennecs.

Petkovic has also made some bold decisions. Experienced players like Ismaël Bennacer and Baghdad Bounedjah have been left out of the final squad. The same goes for Ilan Kebbal and Himad Abdelli, who will miss out on the global showcase.

The Bosnian tactician has opted for a blend of experience and youth. Alongside established figures such as Mahrez, Aïssa Mandi, Ramy Bensebaïni and Nabil Bentaleb, several rising stars including Ibrahim Maza and Adil Boulbina will have the chance to shine on football’s grandest stage.

Algeria’s squad for the 2026 World Cup

Goalkeepers: Luca Zidane, Oussama Benbot, Melvin Mastil, Abdelatif Ramdane.

Defenders: Rafik Belghali, Samir Chergui, Rayan Aït-Nouri, Jaouen Hadjam, Aïssa Mandi, Ramy Bensebaïni, Zineddine Belaïd, Achref Abada, Mohamed Amine Tougaï.

Midfielders: Nabil Bentaleb, Hicham Boudaoui, Houssem Aouar, Farès Chaïbi, Ibrahim Maza, Yacine Titraoui, Ramiz Zerrouki.

Forwards: Mohamed Amine Amoura, Nadhir Benbouali, Adil Boulbina, Farès Ghedjemis, Amine Gouiri, Anis Hadj Moussa, Riyad Mahrez.

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