Switzerland vs Algeria
Switzerland vs Algeria preview
Switzerland vs Algeria pits Switzerland (FIFA #19) against Algeria (#38) in Group B on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at BMO Field. Switzerland go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Algeria have round of 16 (2014) as their World Cup high-water mark.
BMO Field (capacity 45,500) is the open-roof home of the Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL). It sits 76m above sea level in Toronto. June/July temperatures in Toronto average a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Switzerland have appeared at 12 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: R16, R16, R16, R16, R16). Algeria have appeared at 5 World Cups (last five: DNQ, R16, Group, DNQ, DNQ). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Switzerland vs Algeria — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Switzerland | Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #19 | #38 |
| Confederation | UEFA | CAF |
| WC appearances | 12 | 5 |
| Best WC finish | Quarter-finals (1934, 1938, 1954) | Round of 16 (2014) |
| Last 5 WCs | R16, R16, R16, R16, R16 | DNQ, R16, Group, DNQ, DNQ |
| Captain | Granit Xhaka | Riyad Mahrez |
| Manager | Murat Yakın | Vladimir Petković |
| Players to watch | Granit Xhaka, Manuel Akanji, Breel Embolo | Riyad Mahrez, Ismaël Bennacer, Houssem Aouar |
Get live Switzerland vs Algeria data
// Fetch live data for Switzerland vs Algeria
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-17',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
// data: [{ id, kickoff_utc, status, score, lineups, events, xg, ... }]Frequently Asked Questions
When is Switzerland vs Algeria at the 2026 World Cup?
Switzerland vs Algeria is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026, kicking off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:00 UTC at BMO Field, Toronto.
What stage is Switzerland vs Algeria?
Switzerland vs Algeria is a Group Stage fixture in Group B at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Switzerland vs Algeria?
BMO Field (capacity 45,500, opened 2007, open roof, natural grass) in Toronto hosts Switzerland vs Algeria.
Who is favoured to win Switzerland vs Algeria?
Switzerland go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #19, with Algeria ranked #38. Switzerland's best World Cup finish is Quarter-finals (1934, 1938, 1954); Algeria's is Round of 16 (2014). Live odds for Switzerland vs Algeria are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Switzerland vs Algeria?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Switzerland vs Algeria in my timezone?
Switzerland vs Algeria kicks off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Switzerland vs Algeria stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-17) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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