World Cup 2026: Algeria intensify preparations ahead of Argentina clash

Algeria continued their preparations for the tournament on Friday morning with another full training session as attention increasingly turns towards their opening match against Argentina.

With just five days remaining before the start of their World Cup campaign, the Fennecs gathered at Rock Chalk Park in Lawrence, using the facilities of the University of Kansas to continue their final phase of preparation.

The session, which began at 11:00 a.m., was attended by every player selected for the tournament, including French-Algerian defender Ramy Bensebaini.

The presence of the entire squad provided a boost for the coaching staff as they seek to ensure the team is fully prepared for one of the most demanding challenges of the group stage.

Friday’s training programme focused heavily on technical and tactical work, with players involved in exercises designed to strengthen collective understanding and improve coordination across different areas of the pitch.

As preparations enter their final stages, the emphasis has shifted towards refining automatisms and implementing the tactical adjustments required for the opening fixture against Argentina.

Coaching staff have been working closely with the players to ensure that every aspect of the team’s game plan is fully understood before the tournament begins.

The session also included a series of specific drills centred on team organisation and different tactical scenarios. These exercises are aimed at helping the squad adapt to varying match situations and ensuring players are familiar with the strategic approaches that may be required during the competition.

Algeria’s preparations have gathered momentum in recent days as the team looks to arrive at the World Cup in optimal condition.

With the full squad available and training intensity increasing, the focus remains firmly on fine-tuning performances ahead of the encounter with the reigning world champions.

The coming days are expected to feature further tactical work and final adjustments as the Fennecs complete their build-up to the tournament.

For Vladimir Petkovic’s side, every session now carries added importance as they prepare to test themselves against Argentina in one of the most anticipated matches of their group-stage campaign.