A group-stage exit in 2010 had been a sobering lesson. Algeria returned in 2014 with renewed purpose. Under Vahid Halilhodžić, they were ready to write the next chapter.
Algeria's tournament was a mixed affair, with promising moments offset by results that ultimately cut their journey short. With 7 goals in 4 games, they carried a consistent attacking threat throughout.
Algeria experienced an inconsistent group stage, mixing moments of promise with frustrating setbacks. In the knockout rounds, they were narrowly knocked out by Germany in the Round of 16. The narrowest of defeats against Germany ended what had been a promising tournament run.
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Scored in every match just 1 win in 4 matches.
Islam Slimani led Algeria's attack with 2 goals at the 2014 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Djabou, both with 2.
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1.5per match
No red cards despite the yellow count.
The tactical mind behind Algeria's 2014 campaign. A Bosnia and Herzegovina at the helm leading Algeria at his first World Cup.
Led by manager Vahid Halilhodžić, Algeria's team relied heavily on its attacking firepower, which saw Islam Slimani and Abdelmoumene Djabou share the top scorer title with two goals each.
