Algiers – Algeria is set to make its inaugural appearance at the Kings World Cup in 2026, marking a significant step for the nation in this burgeoning global competition. The tournament, a blend of traditional football and digital entertainment, will be held in São Paulo, Brazil, from January 3rd to 17th, 2026.
The Kings World Cup, organized by Kings League, will feature 20 national teams from across the globe, including four representatives from the Arab world. Algeria’s participation underscores the growing popularity of this innovative format, which resonates strongly with younger audiences across various platforms.
Algeria’s team will be led by Hashemi, a prominent Algerian content creator and influencer. This choice reflects the competition’s focus on engaging with a broad spectrum of fans and leveraging the reach of digital personalities.
Alongside Algeria, the Arab contingent includes Saudi Arabia, with their captain yet to be announced, Qatar, led by the renowned YouTuber Abu Falla, and Morocco, captained by Ilias El Maliki, who will be participating for the second consecutive time.
During a recent global press conference, Kings League founder Gerard Piqué, along with Brazilian football legends Ronaldo Nazário and Kaká, lauded the performance of Arab teams in previous editions of both the Kings Cup and the Arab Kings League. Piqué expressed optimism for an even stronger showing in 2026, anticipating the emergence of new talents, including those from Algeria.
Ronaldo Nazário, president of the Kings World Cup, highlighted Brazil’s passion for football and the tournament’s unique entertainment format as key factors for its success. He believes hosting the event in Brazil will further amplify the excitement and viewership.
The Kings World Cup also features several global football icons as symbolic captains for various teams, including Robert Lewandowski, Neymar da Silva, Sergio Agüero, James Rodríguez, Wesley Sneijder, and Arturo Vidal. Their involvement adds another layer of star power to this exciting competition. DZWatch will provide continued coverage of Algeria’s journey in the Kings World Cup 2026.
