Has Yassine Benzia played in a World Cup before?

Algeria has appeared in 5 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Yassine Benzia's full international history.

What position does Yassine Benzia play?

Yassine Benzia plays as a midfielder for Algeria at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Algeria in at the 2026 World Cup?

Algeria are in Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Argentina, Austria, Jordan.

When does Algeria play at the World Cup?

Algeria's first match is on 2026-06-16 against Argentina at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City.

How old is Yassine Benzia?

Yassine Benzia is 31 years old.

Yassine Benzia – Algeria | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Yassine Benzia

Date of BirthSeptember 8, 1994 (age 31)

Place of BirthSaint-Aubin Lès-Elbeuf, France

Height / Weight179 / 77

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubAl-Fayha

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
King's Cup	1	0	0
Arab Cup	4	1	0
Friendlies	1	1	1
Africa Cup of Nations - Qualification	5	0	0
Pro League	32	4	5
Premyer Liqa	32	7	0
Cup	4	2	0
UEFA Europa League	7	0	1
UEFA Champions League	2	0	0
All Competitions	88	15	7

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World Cup 2026

Group J →

#	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Argentina	2	2	0	5	6
2	Austria	2	1	1	0	3
3	Algeria	2	1	1	-2	3
4	Jordan	2	0	2	-3	0

2026-06-16Argentina vs AlgeriaArrowhead Stadium, Kansas City→2026-06-22Jordan vs AlgeriaLevi's Stadium, San Francisco→2026-06-27Algeria vs AustriaArrowhead Stadium, Kansas City→

2026 tournament outlook

Yassine Benzia will represent Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Algeria have been drawn in Group J alongside Argentina, Austria, Jordan. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-16 against Argentina at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. As a midfielder, Benzia will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Algeria's best World Cup finish is Round of 16 (2014). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Algeria at the 2026 World Cup

Yassine Benzia is part of the Algeria squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Vladimir Petković, alongside O. Benbot, A. Abada, R. Aït-Nouri, and M. Amoura among the key players.

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