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"Algeria's head coach, Vladimir Petkovic, officially announced his 27-man preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a press conference in Algiers on Sunday. Footage shows Petkovic, accompanied by his interpreter and first assistant coach, on stage while media personnel listen intently. Later, scenes from the team’s latest training sessions are shown, attended by passionate crowds of supporters. Marking the official start of tournament preparations, the roster features high-profile selections, including captain Riyad Mahrez and Granada goalkeeper Luca Zidane, son of French football legend and 1998 World Cup winner Zinedine Zidane. Addressing the media and technical staff, Petkovic stressed that the team's ambitions extend far beyond the pitch, stating his goal is for "all Algerians to be part of this project." "We truly want to involve the entire Algerian people, and we want everyone to be part of the World Cup journey. The vision we have, and in which we want to involve the Algerian people and each one of you, starts today with the beginning of training, and we hope that together we will move forward toward future victories,” Petkovic said. Algeria will launch their World Cup campaign on 16 June with a highly anticipated fixture against Argentina in Kansas City. They are placed in Group J alongside Jordan and Austria. This tournament marks a major return for the Algerian national team, who missed out on the previous two editions in Russia and Qatar, with their last historic appearance dating back to 2014 in Brazil where they reached the Round of 16."
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