Algeria
Vladimir Petković
CHVladimir Petković (Croatian pronunciation: [ʋlǎdimiːr pêtkoʋit͡ɕ]; born 15 August 1963) is a Bosnian professional football manager and former player who is the head coach of the Algeria national team. He was previously manager of French side Bordeaux, the Switzerland national team, a string of Swiss clubs, Turkish club Samsunspor, and Italian club Lazio.
- Euro 2020 Quarter-finals (Switzerland)
- 2016 Serie A Coach of the Year
- Led Algeria to 2026 World Cup qualification
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GK Algeria's veteran goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Retired, a commanding presence between the posts, Raïs M'Bolhi is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Algeria. Has earned 60 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Born in 1986, the 40-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
GK Metz goalkeeper and an experienced backup for Algeria. Currently plying his trade at Metz, a commanding presence between the posts, Alexandre Oukidja is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Algeria. Has earned 8 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Born in 1988, the 37-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
Algeria's emerging young goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at USM Alger, a commanding presence between the posts, Moustapha Zeghba is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Algeria. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF Nice right-back known for his explosive pace on the flank. Currently plying his trade at Nice, a dependable defender, Youcef Atal combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF Lille centre-back and a veteran of Algeria's defence. Currently plying his trade at Villarreal, a dependable defender, Aïssa Mandi combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 80 international caps, scoring 3 goals, building significant international experience. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF Algerian international centre-back. Currently plying his trade at USM Alger, a dependable defender, Abdelkader Bedrane combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 25 international caps. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF Borussia Dortmund left-back and a key player in Algeria's defence. Currently plying his trade at Borussia Dortmund, a dependable defender, Ramy Bensebaini combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 50 international caps, scoring 5 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF Montpellier defender and a young Algerian international. Currently plying his trade at Nice, a dependable defender, Ilyes Chetti combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF Le Havre centre-back and an Algerian international. Currently plying his trade at Montpellier, a dependable defender, Ahmed Touba combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF 2019 AFCON-winning defender and an experienced Algerian international. Currently plying his trade at Retired, a dependable defender, Djamel Benlamri combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Born in 1990, the 36-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
DF Lens left-back and a promising young defender for Algeria. Currently plying his trade at Paris Saint-Germain, a dependable defender, Jaouen Hadjam combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Algeria's backline. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
Nice midfielder and a key player in Algeria's midfield. Currently plying his trade at Nice, an industrious midfielder, Hicham Boudaoui excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Algeria. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
MF AC Milan midfielder and the 2019 AFCON Best Player. Currently plying his trade at AC Milan, an industrious midfielder, Ismaël Bennacer excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Algeria. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 2 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
MF Twente midfielder and Algeria's defensive midfield option. Currently plying his trade at Feyenoord, an industrious midfielder, Ramiz Zerrouki excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Algeria. Has earned 12 international caps. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
MF Real Betis attacking midfielder who switched international allegiance to Algeria. Currently plying his trade at Real Betis, an industrious midfielder, Nabil Fekir excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Algeria. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
MF Former Lyon creative midfielder who chose to represent Algeria. Currently plying his trade at Al-Ittihad, an industrious midfielder, Houssem Aouar excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Algeria. Has earned 12 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
MF Fiorentina midfielder and a talented addition to Algeria's midfield. Currently plying his trade at Fiorentina, an industrious midfielder, Yacine Adli excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Algeria. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
FW 2019 AFCON champion and one of Algeria's greatest ever players. Currently plying his trade at Al-Ahli, a clinical forward, Riyad Mahrez possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Algeria's primary attacking threat. Has earned 95 international caps, scoring 28 goals. Born in 1991, the 35-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
FW Rennes forward and a key figure in Algeria's attack. Currently plying his trade at Rennes, a clinical forward, Amine Gouiri possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Algeria's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
Lyon winger and Algeria's main attacking threat. Currently plying his trade at Lyon, a clinical forward, Saïd Benrahma possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Algeria's primary attacking threat. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 5 goals. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
Wolfsburg forward and Algeria's exciting young attacker. Currently plying his trade at Wolfsburg, a clinical forward, Mohamed Amoura possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Algeria's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 5 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
FW Algeria's all-time top scorer and a veteran forward. Currently plying his trade at Retired, a clinical forward, Islam Slimani possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Algeria's primary attacking threat. Has earned 90 international caps, scoring 42 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Born in 1988, the 37-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.
Algeria's young attacking prospect. Currently plying his trade at Mouloudia Alger, a clinical forward, Ilyes Farhi possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Algeria's primary attacking threat. Has earned 5 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 4 previous tournament appearances.