After two contrasting group stage campaigns, Switzerland and Algeria now meet in a World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash in Vancouver.
Switzerland’s road to the knockouts has been relatively smooth. After conceding a late equalizer to Qatar, Murat Yakin’s men blanked Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 before beating co-hosts Canada 2-1 in their final group game. Johan Manzambi has three goals and an assist, despite starting the tournament on the bench, and the 20-year-old Newcastle target is likely to once again be Nati’s primary goal threat. Granit Xhaka will lead by example in midfield.
Algeria boss Vladimir Petkovic managed Switzerland for seven years from 2014 and is well versed in their defensive solidity. There was certainly no shortage of drama in the Fennecs’ group stage. After your expected results against Argentina (a loss) and Jordan (a win), they played out a thrilling 3-3 draw against Austria, which produced a half-time goal for both sides and qualified Algeria as one of the best third-placed teams. Much rests on Riyad Mahrez, who scored twice against Austria, and 20-year-old playmaker Ibrahim Maza.
Although Switzerland go in as favourites, they last won a World Cup knockout match in 1938. Can Algeria, seeking their first ever win at this stage, pull off an upset?
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Switzerland vs Algeria for free from anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Switzerland vs Algeria for free
Switzerland vs Algeria is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Switzerland vs Algeria in USA
American viewers can watch Switzerland vs Algeria on FS1 and Telemundo (Spanish communication).
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How to watch Switzerland vs Algeria in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Switzerland vs Algeria free on BBC iPlayer. Live coverage is also available at BBC One TV channel.
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How to watch Switzerland vs Algeria in Australia
Switzerland vs Algeria will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
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How to watch Switzerland vs Algeria in Canada
In Canada, TSN and free channel CTV will broadcast Switzerland vs Algeria.
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Switzerland vs Algeria: Match Information
When does Switzerland vs Algeria start?
Switzerland vs Algeria starts at 04:00 BST / 13:00 AEST Friday 3 July. It is at 11:00 PM ET Thursday, July 2nd in the US.
What are the squads for Switzerland vs Algeria?
Switzerland
Goalkeepers: Marvin Keller (Young Boys), Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund), Yvon Mvogo (Lorient)
Defenders: Manuel Akanji (Inter Milan), Aurele Amenda (Eintracht Frankfurt), Eray Comert (Valencia), Nico Elvedi (Borussia Moenchengladbach), Luca Jaquez (VfB Stuttgart), Miro Muheim (Hamburg), Ricardo Rodriguez (Real Betis), Silvan Widmer (Mainz)
Midfielders: Michel Aebischer (Pisa), Christian Fassnacht (Young Boys), Remo Freuler (Bologna), Ardon Jashari (AC Milan), Johan Manzambi (Freiburg), Fabian Rieder (Augsburg), Djibril Sow, Ruben Vargas (both Sevilla), Granit Xhaka (Sunderland), Denis Zakaria (Monaco)
Extenders: Zeki Amdouni (Burnley), Breel Embolo (Stade Rennais), Cedric Itten (Fortuna Dusseldorf), Dan Ndoye (Nottingham Forest), Noah Okafor (Leeds United)
Algeria
Goalkeepers: Oussama Benbot (USM Alger), Melvin Masstil (Stade Nyonnaise), Luca Zidane (Granada)
Defenders: Achraf Abada (USM Alger), Rayan Ait-Nouri (Manchester City), Zinedine Belaid (JS Kabylie), Rafik Belghali (Verona), Ramy Bensebaini (Borussia Dortmund), Samir Chergui (Paris FC), Jaouen Hadjam (Young Boys Bern), Aissa ToMandi (Eugaisperille)
Midfielders: Houssem Aouar (Al-Ittihad), Nabil Bentaleb (Lille), Hicham Boudaoui (Nice), Fares Chaibi (Eintracht Frankfurt), Ibrahim Maza (Bayer Leverkusen), Yassine Titraoui (Charleroi), Ramiz Zerrouki (Twente)
Extenders: Mohamed Amine Amoura (Wolfsburg), Nadir Benbouali (Gyori ETO), Adil Boulbina (Al-Duhail), Fares Ghedjemis (Frosinone), Amine Gouiri (Marseille), Riyad Mahrez (Al-Ahli), Anis Hadj Moussa (Feyenoord)
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Group phase |
Group B: 1st, 7 points |
Group J: 3rd, 4 points |
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