Argentina vs Algeria – FIFA World Cup Statistics
Statistical Predictions
Estimates calculated from qualification and recent friendly data.
Estimated Result
Argentina
30%
Draw
35%
Algeria
35%
Expected Goals
Argentina
1.32
exp. goals
Total
2.81
Points to Over 2.5
Algeria
1.49
exp. goals
xG (Qualification)
Argentina
1.27
Algeria
1.34
Combined Over 2.5
56%
BTTS
33%
Clean Sheet
Argentina
61%
Clean Sheet
Algeria
30%
ℹ️
The comparison data below is from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, as these teams have not yet played in this stage.
Home PPG
0.00
Points per Game
Away PPG
0.00
Points per Game
Home xG Predicted
0.00
Expected Goals
Away xG Predicted
0.00
Expected Goals
Total xG Predicted
0.00
Expected Goals
Algeria
Results
4
Matches
5
4
Wins
4
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
1
3.00
Points per Game
2.40
Goals
12
Goals Scored
12
1
Goals Conceded
5
3.00
Avg Goals Scored
2.40
0.25
Avg Goals Conceded
1.00
Markets
-
BTTS %
-
100%
Over 1.5 %
100%
75%
Over 2.5 %
40%
25%
Over 3.5 %
40%
75%
Clean Sheet %
60%
Performance
69.0%
Avg Possession %
51.0%
6.0
Avg Shots on Target
5.4
18
Total Corners
21
4.5
Avg Corners
4.2
7
Total Cards
7
1.8
Avg Cards
1.4
Total Matches
4
Argentina
Total Matches
5
Algeria
Total Goals
12
Home
Total Goals
12
Away
World Cup Qualification Performance
Argentina
International WC Qualification South America
W
12
D
2
L
4
GF:
31
·
GA:
10
·
GD:
+21
PPG
2.11
Win %
67%
Goals/game
1.72
Conc./game
0.56
xG For
1.27
xG Against
0.71
Possession
64.0%
Clean Sheet
61%
BTTS %
28%
Over 2.5 %
39%
Table position: #1
Algeria
International WC Qualification Africa
W
8
D
1
L
1
GF:
24
·
GA:
8
·
GD:
+16
PPG
2.50
Win %
80%
Goals/game
2.40
Conc./game
0.80
xG For
1.34
xG Against
0.86
Possession
61.0%
Clean Sheet
30%
BTTS %
70%
Over 2.5 %
80%
Table position: #1
Recent Form — International Friendlies
Argentina
W
W
W
W
W
W
5
D
0
L
0
Goals/game
2.80
Conc./game
0.20
Over 2.5 %
60%
BTTS %
20%
09/06/2026
Argentina 3–0 Iceland
W
06/06/2026
Argentina 2–0 Honduras
W
31/03/2026
Argentina 5–0 Zambia
W
27/03/2026
Argentina 2–1 Mauritania
W
14/11/2025
Angola 0–2 Argentina
W
Algeria
W
W
D
W
W
W
4
D
1
L
0
Goals/game
2.80
Conc./game
0.00
Over 2.5 %
40%
BTTS %
0%
10/06/2026
Bolivia 0–4 Algeria
W
03/06/2026
Netherlands 0–1 Algeria
W
31/03/2026
Algeria 0–0 Uruguay
D
27/03/2026
Algeria 7–0 Guatemala
W
18/11/2025
Saudi Arabia 0–2 Algeria
W
AI Analysis
Strategic insights generated by AI
Argentina vs Algeria, 2026, Game Week 1. A test of control and counter, with the market leaning firmly toward the home side and a potential edge in midfield tempo.
Outcome tilt: Argentina win odds 1.39, Double Chance (Win or Draw) 1.08. The data suggests a dominant performance and a high likelihood of scoring for the favorites.
Goals and pace: At least one goal is virtually guaranteed (Over 0.5) and Over 2.5 is 1.90, pointing to a match with multiple chances but not a free-for-all. Under 3.5 is priced at 1.30, signaling expectations for a controlled pace.
Attacking profile: Argentina show strong home metrics — xG for about 1.75 and xG against around 0.67 — indicating steady threat with a solid defensive baseline. Algeria, when away, average xG for 1.29 and xG against 1.49, suggesting they can threaten but concede at a similar rate to their opposition’s scoring pace.
Clean sheets and structure: Argentina clean sheets odds are 1.77, reflecting a realistic chance of a shutout. Algeria clean sheets odds sit higher at 5.75, underscoring their tougher task against a disciplined attack.
Corner dynamics: Over 7.5 corners at 1.48 and Over 8.5 at 1.78 point to a busy game on the flanks. Argentina is viewed as capable of delivering the higher corner count, while Algeria can contest in bursts.
Predicted feel: 2-0 or 2-1 to the favorites. Expect Argentina to press high and control midfield tempo; Algeria will look to exploit transitions but face a stout resistance.
Key bets to consider:
- Argentina win (1.39) or Double Chance Argentina Win or Draw (1.08)
- Over 2.5 goals (1.90)
- BTTS No (1.60) if you prioritize a tighter defensive showing by the favorites
- Over 7.5 corners (1.48) for a high-activity match on the wings
Kick-off: June 17. Stay sharp on any late lineup news that could shift the balance in the wings and midfield.
This analysis was automatically generated based on statistical and historical team data.
Top Scorers - Argentina
1
Lionel Messi
Forward
8
goals
Top Scorers - Algeria
No data available
Head-to-Head
No head-to-head matches recorded this season.
Algeria
Match Statistics
48
Possession (%)
52
48%
52%
10
Shots
7
59%
41%
6
Shots on Target
0
100%
0%
4
Shots off Target
7
36%
64%
2
Corners
2
50%
50%
13
Fouls
8
62%
38%
0
Yellow Cards
0
50%
50%
0
Red Cards
0
50%
50%
3
Offsides
1
75%
25%
24
Dangerous Attacks
45
35%
65%
85
Attacks
119
42%
58%
Possession
48%
-
52%
Shots on Target
6
-
0
Corners
2
-
2