The Algerian team faces Bolivia this Wednesday (10), at 9 pm (Brasília time), in Kansas City, in the United States. The friendly duel serves as the last test for the Algerians before their debut in the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for the 16th against Argentina. The game takes place behind closed doors, with no fans, press or television broadcasts present.
The clash is part of Algeria’s preparatory series, which has already confirmed its presence in the World Cup after a good performance in the African qualifiers. The team led by Vladimir Petkovic seeks to adjust tactical and physical details against a Bolivia that will not compete in the competition.
Bolivia’s probable lineup
According to the latest information, coach Óscar Villegas should send to the field: Viscarra; Rocha, Haquín, Morales, Fernandez; Matheus, Vaca, Villamil; Ribera, Miguelito, Paniagua. The formation reflects the team used in recent commitments.
Algeria’s probable lineup
Petkovic has at his disposal: Zidane; Abada, Mandi, Belaid, Aït-Nouri; Zerrouki, Bentaleb, Aouar; Mahrez, Gouiri, Amoura. The squad mixes experience from names like Riyad Mahrez with young people in good form.
Bolivia arrives at the duel with an irregular performance in the last friendlies. In the most recent matches available, the team alternated wins, draws and defeats, showing difficulties in imposing their style away from home.
Algeria is going through a more consistent moment, with important victories in the qualifiers and a good record in preparatory tests. The African team appears as a big favorite at bookmakers, with odds indicating a high probability of victory.
Confrontation history
The teams faced each other a few times. In one of the most recent duels, Algeria won 3-2. The record favors the Africans, who better explore space and speed.
Last five games for each team
Bolivia: victories against Trinidad and Tobago and Suriname, defeat to Mexico and other mixed results in preparatory matches. Algeria: positive streak with recent victories, including against mid-level opponents in Africa and Europe.
Guesses and analysis
The tendency is for an Algerian victory, possibly with an elastic score. Bolivia can seek counterattacks with Miguelito and Ribera, but Algeria’s technical superiority must prevail. A common guess is Algeria winning 2-0 or 3-1.
Where to watch live
The friendly match will not be broadcast openly on Brazilian television nor will there be an official online signal. As the game is closed, the public must only follow through updates on federation websites and social networks or news portals. There are no tickets for sale to the public.
The stadium is Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City. The weather forecast for game time indicates mild temperatures, around 25-30°C, with the possibility of isolated rain, which could influence the pitch.
The match gains strategic importance for Algeria, which uses the meeting to fine-tune the team before the big challenge against Argentina in the opening of the World Cup.
