Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Hocine Ait Ahmed Stadium, 7:00pm.
Uganda has everything to play for as they face already-qualified Algeria in the final 2026 World Cup qualifying match.
The Cranes, currently second on 18 points, four behind the Desert Foxes, need a rare victory on Algerian soil to stand any chance of being among the best four ranked second-placed teams that will qualify for the continental play-offs.
Uganda sit seventh among the second-placed teams with 12 points, after the deduction of points earned against the lowest-ranked side, Somalia.
A win would move them level with Niger, Burkina Faso, and Cameroon, who have all completed their fixtures.
It’s a tall order, but one that still holds hope if results elsewhere turn in their favour.
What Uganda Needs to Qualify
For Uganda to stay in the World Cup picture, they must beat Algeria and hope other results swing their way.
Specifically, DR Congo must not win their final game against Sudan, and Nigeria should not beat Benin in Group C.
A win for the Super Eagles could push them into the second-placed play-off zone if South Africa also defeat Rwanda.
In simple terms, Uganda must win and pray that other contenders stumble.
Probable Uganda XI
Onyango; Sibbick, Obita, Capradossi, Kayondo; Aucho (C), Ssemakula; Okello, Mukwala, Mato, Ssemugabi.
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