Italy vs Algeria: What channel is the match on and what time does it start?

The Young Fennecs take on Italy with a semi-final spot in their sights

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Italy vs Algeria: What channel is the match on and what time does it start?

Mediterranean Games 2026: what time and on which channel to watch Italy vs. Algeria?

After defeating Kosovo in their opening match, Algeria now faces Italy with the ambition of sealing qualification as early as tonight.

Algeria U21 will play their second match at the 2026 Mediterranean Games this Monday, after kicking off their tournament in style. Brahim Hemdani's squad clinched a 2-1 victory over Kosovo, with goals from Benahmed Kohili in the 33rd minute and Houssem Tarzout in the 90+1st.

With three points, the Young Fennecs lead Group B ahead of their clash with Italy, who were held to a draw by Albania on matchday one (1-1). Another win would secure Algeria's place in the semi-finals before their final group-stage game. The other group fixture will see Albania take on Kosovo.

What time and on which channel can you watch Italy–Algeria live?

The showdown between Italy and Algeria will be played on Monday, August 24, at the Franco-Fanuzzi Stadium in Brindisi. Kick-off is set for 8:00 p.m. Algerian time, which is 9:00 p.m. Italian time. Italy vs. Algeria will be broadcast on the following channels:

Official Taranto 2026 YouTube channel

ON Sport Plus.

Coverage on Eurovision Sport is free, but may be subject to geographical restrictions. EPTV and Radio Algérie are also among the official broadcasters of the 2026 Mediterranean Games in Algeria. However, no specific Algerian public TV channel has yet confirmed the broadcast of Italy–Algeria.

Elimination in the group stage at Oran 2022

In the previous edition held in Oran in 2022, the Algerian U18 team exited the tournament in the group stage. After a win over Spain (1-0), they fell to Morocco (0-2) and then to France (2-3).

With three points, Algeria finished third in their group, behind France and Morocco, thus missing out on a semi-final berth. This time, the Young Fennecs will be aiming to clear this first hurdle in just their second match.