Amine Gouiri
AlgeriaForwardMarseilleAmine Gouiri goes into World Cup 2026 as a forward with tournament responsibility for Algeria. He brings 21 caps and 8 goals into the tournament. Marseille provides his recent club rhythm before the tournament. The focus is first touch near goal, separation in the box and work against centre-backs.
Group J
Jun 16, 2026vs Argentina - 8:00 PM CDT
Quick Facts
Amine Gouiri and Algeria World Cup 2026 Squad
Algeria selected Amine Gouiri for World Cup 2026 with a clear football task. As a forward, he can pull defenders away from the box, arrive for low crosses and keep pressure on clearances.
Gouiri is part of a group of 7 forwards, so the opponent and match state can affect his minutes.
International Record
Amine Gouiri brings 21 caps and 8 goals into the tournament.
Gouiri's senior international timeline dates back to 2023, which gives the record more weight than a simple squad listing.
International Record
- International record: Amine Gouiri enters the tournament with 21 caps and 8 goals for Algeria.
- World Cup 2026 role: Algeria list Amine Gouiri as a forward, with minutes linked to form, workload and game state.
- Group opponents: Algeria face Argentina, Jordan and Austria in the group stage.
Playing Style and Strengths
Gouiri's World Cup value starts with first touch near goal, separation in the box and work against centre-backs.
Gouiri's touches around the area have to be clean because World Cup chances rarely stay open for long.
- Clinical finishing
- Penalty-area movement
- Near-post runs
- Pressing angles
- Center-back duels
- Rebound reactions
World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Algeria start against Argentina on 16 June 2026 in Kansas City. For Gouiri, the first match is a direct test of match rhythm and role clarity.
Jordan follow on 22 June 2026 in San Francisco Bay Area. For Gouiri, the second fixture can quickly change the selection picture if the opener leaves Algeria chasing points or protecting workload.
| Kickoff | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 20268:00 PM CDT | Argentina | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City |
| Jun 22, 20268:00 PM PDT |  Jordan | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area |
| Jun 27, 20269:00 PM CDT |  Austria | Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City |
Dates and kickoff times above are shown in the venue timezone.
Recent Form
Amine Gouiri played 22 Ligue 1 matches for Marseille in 2025/26, scoring 8 goals and providing 3 assists.
Gouiri's latest checked appearance came on June 3, 2026, with 63 minutes in Netherlands versus Algeria.
Career Stats
Amine Gouiri brings 21 caps and 8 goals into the tournament.
For Algeria, the numbers guide the selection picture, but they do not replace match readiness. The opener still has to fit Gouiri's form and the opponent's plan.
| Field | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Team | Algeria |
| Position | Forward |
| Club | Marseille |
| Caps | 21 |
| Goals | 8 |
| Born | Verified locally |
World Cup 2026 Role
Amine Gouiri enters World Cup 2026 with Algeria as a forward. The senior record stands at 21 caps and 8 goals. Match role, form and group-stage needs will shape his minutes.
Algeria will judge him through training rhythm before the tournament. The useful signs are movement, finishing and pressing from the front.
Algeria start against Argentina on Jun 16, 2026 in Kansas City. Jordan and Austria come next in the group. The match order can affect workload and selection.
FAQ
Is Amine Gouiri in the Algeria World Cup 2026 squad?
Yes. Amine Gouiri is in Algeria's World Cup 2026 squad in the checked player data.
What position does Amine Gouiri play?
He is listed as a forward for Algeria.
How many international caps and goals does Amine Gouiri have?
He enters World Cup 2026 with 21 caps and 8 goals for Algeria.
Who are Algeria's World Cup 2026 group opponents?
Algeria face Argentina, Jordan and Austria in the group stage.
When is Amine Gouiri's first World Cup 2026 match?
Algeria start against Argentina on 16 June 2026 in Kansas City.
What is Amine Gouiri's latest club form?
He plays for Marseille in the checked player facts.
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Group J Table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 3 | 7 | 9 |
| 2 | Austria | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Algeria | 3 | -2 | 4 |
| 4 | Jordan | 3 | -5 | 0 |