Round of 32 · Match 85 · Jul 2, 2026
Switzerland VS Algeria
- Stage
- R32
- Date
- Capacity
- 55K
- Roof
- Indoor
Kickoff in your time zone
Local times in the markets that follow this match most closely. Daylight saving rules already factored in.
Eastern (NYC)
Thu, Jul 2, 11:00 PM
Pacific (LA)
Thu, Jul 2, 8:00 PM
Mexico City
Thu, Jul 2, 9:00 PM
London (UK)
Fri, Jul 3, 4:00 AM
The teams
🇨🇭
FIFA rank#19
CoachMurat Yakin
CaptainGranit Xhaka
Formation4-2-3-1
Best WC finishQuarter-final
🇩🇿
FIFA rank#28
CoachVladimir Petković
CaptainRiyad Mahrez
Formation4-3-3
Best WC finishRound of 16
Venue: BC Place
FIFA tournament name Vancouver Stadium — capacity 54,500, climate-controlled with a closed roof. The match is hosted in Vancouver.
Transit on match day
SkyTrain Stadium-Chinatown station next door to BC Place — fastest stadium access in 2026
Climate (June 2026)
Cool, mild — 13-22°C, retractable roof handles any weather
Airports
Vancouver International (YVR)
Where to stay
Yaletown, Gastown, Granville Island
Full travel guide: Vancouver World Cup 2026 host city →
Other matches on
2 other World Cup 2026 matches kick off the same day.
R32 19:00 UTC · Los Angeles Stadium
Spain vs Austria
R32 23:00 UTC · Toronto Stadium
Portugal vs Croatia
Other matches at BC Place
5 other fixtures hosted at this venue across the tournament.
Group D Jun 13 · 04:00 UTC (next day)
Australia vs Türkiye
Group B Jun 18 · 22:00 UTC
Canada vs Qatar
Group G Jun 21 · 01:00 UTC (next day)
New Zealand vs Egypt
Group B Jun 24 · 19:00 UTC
Switzerland vs Canada
Group G Jun 26 · 03:00 UTC (next day)
New Zealand vs Belgium
Switzerland vs Algeria — FAQ
When is Switzerland vs Algeria kicking off?
July 2, 2026 at 03:00 UTC (next day) (BC Place local time depends on the city).
Where is Switzerland vs Algeria being played?
BC Place (FIFA tournament name: Vancouver Stadium) in Vancouver. Capacity 54,500, climate-controlled with a closed roof.
What stage is this match?
Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Single-leg knockout — extra time and penalties decide if level after 90 minutes.
Where can I watch Switzerland's match in the United States?
FOX · Telemundo has the US English-language rights. SRF · RTS is the primary broadcaster in Switzerland.
How do I get to BC Place on match day?
SkyTrain Stadium-Chinatown station next door to BC Place — fastest stadium access in 2026
What happens if Switzerland vs Algeria is level after 90 minutes?
Two 15-minute periods of extra time, then a penalty shoot-out if still level.
What kickoff time is this in different time zones?
Eastern (NYC): Thu, Jul 2, 11:00 PM · Pacific (LA): Thu, Jul 2, 8:00 PM · Mexico City: Thu, Jul 2, 9:00 PM · London (UK): Fri, Jul 3, 4:00 AM