Algeria vs Uruguay is scheduled to play in an international friendly today, Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, Italy. Algeria and Uruguay meet at the Allianz Stadium in Turin on Tuesday in a friendly that feels a lot bigger than the label suggests.
Algeria arrived after hammering Guatemala 7-0, with Amine Gouiri starring, while Uruguay came in after a scrappy 1-1 draw with England, where Federico Valverde scored late to rescue a point.
CAF qualifiers Algeria and CONMEBOL team Uruguay have officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Algeria vs Uruguay – Match Details, Date, Time, Predictions, Lineups & More
- Match: Algeria vs Uruguay.
- Tournament: International Friendly.
- Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
- Time: 7:30 PM local time in Turin, which is about 1:30 PM ET. That ET conversion is an inference from the local kick-off listing.
- Stadium: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy.
- Broadcast: U.S. listings include FOX Sports 2, fuboTV, FoxSports.com, ViX, and the FOX Sports app.
Team News and Analysis
With Algeria ranked 28th in the FIFA standings and Uruguay at 17th, it means two big teams are set to face off on African soil.
Algeria
Algeria enter this match on a hot streak and with real confidence after their 7-0 win over Guatemala. Reuters reported that Amine Gouiri starred in that match, while Algeria’s recent form and scoring output have made them look sharp in the build-up to the World Cup.
Coach Vladimir Petković has also refreshed the squad for March, with Algeria’s state radio confirming a 27-man list and six new call-ups for the friendlies against Guatemala and Uruguay. That keeps the group competitive and gives Petković options around players like Riyad Mahrez, Amine Gouiri, Mohamed Amoura, Houssem Aouar, and Ramiz Zerrouki, who have all featured prominently in recent coverage and match statistics.
Uruguay
Uruguay have had a mixed March window, but the draw with England showed they still have the fight and quality to stay in games against elite opposition. Reuters reported that Federico Valverde equalized late at Wembley, and that match also underlined how important Uruguay’s midfield control and defensive structure remain under Marcelo Bielsa.
Bielsa named a 28-man squad for the March friendlies against England and Algeria, with a mix of youth and experience. Recent squad reporting points to leaders such as Fernando Muslera, Ronald Araújo, José María Giménez, Federico Valverde, Giorgian de Arrascaeta, Darwin Núñez, Facundo Pellistri, and Maximiliano Araújo being part of the wider group, which gives Uruguay a strong spine and enough attacking depth to make this a real test.
Head-to-Head Statistics
This is a rare matchup at senior level. The best-documented previous meeting is Algeria’s 1-0 win over Uruguay in a 2009 friendly in Algiers, and multiple record pages list that as the only senior head-to-head between the teams.
| Date | Competition Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 12 August 2009 | International Friendly | Algeria 1-0 Uruguay |
| 31 March 2026 | International Friendly | Algeria vs Uruguay |
Algeria vs Uruguay Starting XI
- Algeria Starting Lineup XI Uruguay (4-2-3-1): Luca Zidane; Youcef Atal, Aïssa Mandi, Ramy Bensebaini, Rayan Aït-Nouri; Ramiz Zerrouki, Houssem Aouar; Riyad Mahrez, Saïd Benrahma, Mohamed Amoura; Amine Gouiri.
- Uruguay Starting Lineup XI Algeria (4-3-3): Sergio Rochet; Nahitan Nández, Ronald Araújo, José María Giménez, Mathías Olivera; Federico Valverde, Manuel Ugarte, Nicolás de la Cruz; Facundo Pellistri, Darwin Núñez, Maxi Araújo.
Key Players to Watch
- Algeria: Riyad Mahrez, Amine Gouiri, Mohamed Amoura, Houssem Aouar, Ramiz Zerrouki. Mahrez still gives Algeria their biggest star quality, while Gouiri’s recent scoring form makes him the player Uruguay must watch closely.
- Uruguay: Federico Valverde, Darwin Núñez, Ronald Araújo, José María Giménez, Manuel Ugarte. Valverde’s late goal against England showed his value in big moments, while Uruguay’s defensive core and Núñez’s movement remain central to how they play.
Match Prediction
This should be a competitive, high-quality, friendly, and Algeria’s current attacking form makes them dangerous at home-looking conditions in Turin.
Uruguay have more knockout-level experience in the spine of the team, but Algeria’s recent scoring run gives them a real edge in momentum.
Prediction: Algeria 2-1 Uruguay.
Where to Watch Algeria vs Uruguay
For U.S. viewers, current listings show FOX Sports 2, fuboTV, FoxSports.com, ViX, and the FOX Sports app. Live Soccer TV also lists the matchup on its March 31 schedule page with those U.S. options.
| Region | TV Channels | Online Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | ENTV (National state broadcaster) | ENTV App |
| Uruguay | DSports 1 (DirecTV Sports), Eventos Montecable | AUFTV, Antel TV |
| Middle East & North Africa | beIN SPORTS | beIN CONNECT |
| Latin America | DirecTV Sports | DGO (DirectTV Go) |
| United States | Fox Sports (select matches) | Fubo (Free Trial available) |
When is Algeria vs Uruguay?
Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
What time does Algeria vs Uruguay kick off?
7:30 PM in Turin, which is about 1:30 PM ET.
Where is the match being played?
Allianz Stadium in Turin, Italy.
Where can I watch it in the U.S.?
FOX Sports 2, fuboTV, FoxSports.com, ViX, and the FOX Sports app.
Who is the favorite team?
Algeria look slightly more dangerous right now because of their recent scoring form, but Uruguay’s experience keeps this close. That is an inference based on the recent results and squad reports.
