Ndoye and Zakaria back in: Switzerland name starting XI for World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash with Algeria

Switzerland have announced their starting lineup for the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match against Algeria, set to be played in Vancouver. Murat Yakin, following a 2-1 win over Canada, has brought Denis Zakaria into the side to cover the right-back position, while Dan Ndoye returns to the attack on the right flank. Algeria boss Vladimir Petkovic, after a 3-3 draw with Austria, made several changes of his own. Zidan starts in goal, Ait-Nouri slots back in at left-back, and Zerrouki anchors the midfield. Switzerland: Kobel — Zakaria, Elvedi, Akanji, Rodriguez — Freuler, Xhaka — Ndoye, Manzambi, Vargas — Embolo. Subs: Mvogo, Keller, Muheim, Widmer, Cömert, Amenda, Jashari, Sow, Ebischer, Rieder, Fassnacht, Okafor, Amdouni, Itten. Algeria: Zidan — Belghali, Mandi, Bensebaini, Ait-Nouri — Zerrouki, Bentaleb — Mahrez, Aouar, Chaibi — Maza. Subs: Mastil, Benbot, Abada, Tougai, Belaïd, Hadjam, Chergui, Boudaoui, Titraoui, Gouiri, Hadj Moussa, Boulbina, Ghedjemis. Kickoff is set for 06:00 Kyiv time. Stay tuned for updates on Football.ua.