The victory was Switzerland’s first in the knockout stage since 1938, and it will fancy its chances in the next round after a tactical master class orchestrated by coach Murat Yakin.

Riyad Mahrez, a five-time Premier League winner, announced his retirement from international soccer following Algeria’s World Cup exit, a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 32 on Thursday. "There were good times and difficult times as well,

Thanks to a gracious group of Team Algeria soccer supporters, the city of Lawrence will forever have a reminder of its role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The massive “Thank You Lawrence” banner was displayed by Algeria fans behind one of the Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium goals during Algeria’s 3-3 tie with Austria on Saturday.

Matchday 17 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup saw the group stages end. Here's where it stands for Group J, K and L: Group L - England top group, Croatia second, Ghana third (into knockouts), Panama eliminated.

A Lionel Messi hat trick stunned fans for Argentina vs. Algeria to kick of the 2026 World Cup with a massive win. Recap the goals and highlights.

Team Algeria, which made Lawrence its home base and befriended the community, was knocked out of the tournament after losing 0-2 to Switzerland.

Riyad Mahrez has officially left Al-Ahli after the Saudi Pro League giants announced the termination of his contract on Saturday. The shock departure comes shortly after the former Manchester City winger confirmed his retirement from international football following Algeria's World Cup exit.