Algeria Players in Action — Week of July 6

This week, Algerian national team players were active across various leagues and friendlies, with mixed results. The highlight was A. Zorgane's impressive performance for Union St. Gilloise, where he found the net in a commanding victory. Meanwhile, the national team faced a setback in the World Cup, suffering a defeat against Switzerland.

Top Performers

A. Zorgane Shines

• Union St. Gilloise vs. Diegem Sport (7-0): A. Zorgane scored in the 88th minute, contributing to a dominant win for Union St. Gilloise in a club friendly.

Results Abroad

World Cup Challenge

• Switzerland vs. Algeria (2-0): Algeria's national team, featuring H. Abdelli and F. Chaïbi, faced a tough match against Switzerland, resulting in a loss. Neither player managed to impact the scoreline.

Club Friendlies

• Olympique Safi vs. Raja Casablanca (0-2): H. Ferhani featured for Olympique Safi in their defeat.
• Union St. Gilloise vs. FCSB (4-0): A. Zorgane played as his team secured a comprehensive victory.
• Ajax vs. Panathinaikos (1-3): A. Touba was part of the Ajax squad in their loss.
• Zepperen-Brustem vs. St. Truiden (0-6): Z. Belaïd participated in a significant win for St. Truiden.
• AZ Alkmaar vs. Gent (3-3): A. Kadri featured in a high-scoring draw.
• Dordrecht vs. Feyenoord (0-6): A. Hadj-Moussa played in a dominant performance by Feyenoord.
• Dinamo Makhachkala vs. Leningradets (3-0): H. Mrezigue and M. Azzi both featured in a solid win for Dinamo Makhachkala.
• Olimpija Ljubljana vs. CFR 1907 Cluj (1-1): I. Slimani was part of the Olimpija Ljubljana squad in a draw.
• Nancy vs. Mamer (8-0): Y. Delaveau featured in a commanding victory for Nancy.
• Twente vs. Aberdeen (1-0): R. Zerrouki played in a narrow win for Twente.
• FC Lugano vs. Rapperswil (1-1): A. Kendouci was involved in a draw.
• IMT Novi Beograd vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv (1-0): A. Oukidja and F. Boulaya were part of the Maccabi Tel Aviv team that suffered a narrow defeat.
• Zenit vs. Dinamo Makhachkala (2-0): H. Mrezigue and M. Azzi featured in a loss for Dinamo Makhachkala.
• Austria Lustenau vs. BSC Young Boys (0-0): J. Hadjam played in a goalless draw.

FIFA Ranking

Algeria maintains its position at 28th in the FIFA rankings, as updated on June 11, 2026. This standing reflects the team's recent performances on the international stage.

Looking ahead, Algerian players will continue to participate in club friendlies and league matches. Fans will be keen to see if they can build on this week's performances and make a stronger impact in upcoming fixtures.