Algeria 1–1 Russia in Group Stage

The match at Arena da Baixada saw Algeria take an early lead through Aleksandr Kokorin's goal in the sixth minute.

Islam Slimani equalized for Algeria in the sixty-first, leaving both teams to share points and secure their spot in the next round of group H.

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Islam Slimani equalized for Algeria in the sixty-first, leaving both teams to share points and secure their spot in the next round of group H.

Both teams had a strong defensive display throughout the match but were unable to find more goals as it ended 1-1 with no red cards shown.

This draw means that Russia will now face South Korea for their final group stage game while Algeria heads into the knockout phase.