Algeria Upsets Netherlands with 1-0 Victory in World Cup Warm-Up Match
Netherlands vs Algeria players ratings — NED v ALG report for FIFA World Cup 2026 warm up, highlights
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In a surprising outcome, Algeria defeated the Netherlands 1-0 in a FIFA World Cup 2026 warm-up match held at De Kuip, Rotterdam. Anis Hadj Moussa scored the decisive goal four minutes before the end, marking his first international goal.
- 01Algeria's Anis Hadj Moussa scored the only goal of the match in the 86th minute.
- 02Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane made several crucial saves, earning a rating of 7.8/10.
- 03The match served as a final warm-up for both teams ahead of the World Cup, with Algeria facing Argentina next.
- 04The Netherlands will play Uzbekistan next as they prepare for their opening match against Japan on June 14.
- 05Hadj Moussa's goal was celebrated by a large contingent of Algerian fans present at the stadium.
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Algeria achieved a notable 1-0 victory over the Netherlands in their FIFA World Cup 2026 warm-up match at De Kuip, Rotterdam. The match saw Anis Hadj Moussa score the lone goal just four minutes from time, marking his first international goal. Hadj Moussa, who plays for Feyenoord, cut in from the right wing and delivered a powerful shot into the far corner, securing a morale-boosting win for Algeria. The team was supported by a vibrant crowd of traveling fans, which contributed to their strong second-half performance. Algeria's goalkeeper Luca Zidane, wearing a protective mask due to previous facial injuries, made several key saves, alleviating concerns about his position. The Netherlands, who will face Uzbekistan next, are set to play Japan in their opening Group F match on June 14, while Algeria will take on World Cup holders Argentina in Group J on June 16.
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The match outcome boosts Algeria's confidence ahead of the World Cup, while the Netherlands must reassess their strategies.
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