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Bahrain and Algeria meet on Saturday in Doha, both chasing their first win of the Arab Cup. Bahrain are looking to recover after a 2–1 loss to Iraq, and defending champions Algeria, frustrated by a goalless draw with Sudan, want to reassert themselves and push toward the quarter-finals.
Algeria come in as slight favourites thanks to their defensive strength and deeper squad, but Bahrain’s Gulf Cup experience and determination to respond could make this a much tighter contest than expected.
Match details
- Fixture: Bahrain vs Algeria
- Competition: FIFA Arab Cup 2025 — Group D (Round 2)
- Venue: Khalifa International Stadium, Doha, Qatar
- Date: Saturday, 6 December 2025
- Kick-off: 14:30 GMT+1 (16:30 local time)
How & Where to Watch
The match will be broadcast on beIN Sports and Al Kass, plus various national sports channels in participating countries.
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Bahrain team
Bahrain come into this one with something to prove after losing their opener. Coach Dragan Talajić acknowledged how tough the Algeria matchup will be, but he also stressed that his team is ready and determined to respond.
On the pitch, Bahrain are likely to stay compact in a 4–2–3–1, focusing on defensive organisation and breaking forward quickly when the chance appears. Set pieces and counters will be key if they want to unsettle an Algeria side known for its discipline at the back.
Their biggest hurdle will be turning pressure into clear chances. Recent attacking struggles raise questions about whether Bahrain can really trouble Algeria’s back line.
Algeria team news
Defending champions Algeria know they can’t afford to slip again after a goalless draw and a red card reduced them to ten men, a situation the squad wants to bounce back from quickly. Coach Madjid Bougherra emphasised corrections during training and insisted the focus will be on stronger offensive efficiency, while preserving defensive solidity.
They are likely to set up in a 4–3–3 or balanced 4–2–3–1 — blending control in midfield with cautious wing play.
- Score Predicted: Bahrain 0–1 Algeria
