Match of the Day Live

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.