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Gary Lineker introduces coverage of the first meeting between two of England's group rivals, Algeria and Slovenia. The two nations have already exceeded expectation by qualifying: Algeria defeated African champions Egypt to reach their first finals since 1986, while Slovenia overcame Russia in a play-off.

Slovenia's previous World Cup finals, in 2002, ended in ignominy when star player Zlatko Zahovic was sent home following an argument with the coach but the current side is a harmonious, well-drilled unit captained by West Brom playmaker Robert Koren. Algeria are looking to progress from the group stage for the first time but must cope without key attacking full-back Nadir Belhadj, of Portsmouth, who is suspended for this match.