Group Stage · Group J

Algeria vs Austria

Sunday, June 28, 2026 · 02:00 UTC · Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City

ALG

Algeria

Desert Foxes
FIFA Ranking#37
CoachVladimir Petkovic
Key PlayerRiyad Mahrez
WC Appearances5
Best FinishRound of 16 (2014)
ExpectationsCompetitive

AFCON 2019 champions Algeria return to the World Cup with a blend of experience and youth. The Desert Foxes are disciplined and technically proficient.

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AUT

Austria

Das Team
FIFA Ranking#27
CoachRalf Rangnick
Key PlayerMarcel Sabitzer
WC Appearances8
Best FinishSemi-Finals (1934, 1954)
ExpectationsDark Horse

Austria under Ralf Rangnick play pressing football that has troubled Europe's best. Their Euro 2024 campaign proved they belong among the elite.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

AlgeriaFIFA RankingAustria
#37 - #27
AlgeriaWC AppearancesAustria
5 - 8

Group J Context

Can Messi lead La Albiceleste to back-to-back titles? Austria's rise makes this group more interesting than it looks.

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Venue

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Kansas City, MO, USA · Capacity: 76,416

The loudest stadium in the world (certified!). Arrowhead's passionate Chiefs Kingdom creates an atmosphere unmatched in American sports.

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Fan Guide: Kansas City

Top Spots

No Other Pub · Pub

Sporting KC official bar, massive screens, great atmosphere

Johnny's Tavern · Sports Bar

KC sports institution, good food, tons of TVs

Joe's Kansas City · Restaurant

In a gas station. Best BBQ in America (debatable but close)

Gates BBQ · Restaurant

KC institution since 1946. They yell "HI, MAY I HELP YOU?" - yell back.

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Other Group J Matches

Austria vs JordanJun 16 · San FranciscoArgentina vs AlgeriaJun 17 · Kansas CityArgentina vs AustriaJun 22 · DallasJordan vs AlgeriaJun 23 · San FranciscoJordan vs ArgentinaJun 28 · Dallas

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