2026 World Cup: Nine African teams advance to Round of 16, Algeria through after draw against Austria

The 2026 World Cup sees nine African nations qualify for the Round of 16, including Algeria after a 3-3 draw against Austria in Kansas City.

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Algeria will face Switzerland on July 2 in Vancouver, with Vladimir Petković as head coach.

Defending champions Argentina and France are also among the qualifiers.

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