Algeria vs Burkina Faso Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Dec 2025
Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Algeria vs Burkina Faso
Algeria go head-to-head with Burkina Faso in this Africa Cup of Nations Group E encounter at Moulay Hassan Stadium, with kick-off set for 12:30 on Sunday 28 December.
It wouldn’t be surprising to see Algeria come out on top against Burkina Faso. We will therefore back the Desert Foxes at -111 on the Full-Time Result market and get a nice return if the hosts manage to land a victory.
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Algeria won their Africa Cup of Nations opener, beating Sudan 3–0 at Moulay Hassan Stadium. The Desert Foxes had eight shots on target and enjoyed 58% possession, while Riyad Mahrez netted twice along with a goal for Ibrahim Maza.
Burkina Faso won their opening game 2–1 against Equatorial Guinea at Stade Mohamed V. Brama Traore's team enjoyed 66% possession and managed five shots on goal, with Georgi Minoungou and Edmond Tapsoba on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
It was a 2-2 draw when Algeria and Burkina Faso last clashed, with the former hosting this head-to-head at Stade de la Paix. There’s been a draw on the past 3 occasions that these teams have faced each other.
| Africa Cup of Nations | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algeria |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3:0 | 3 |
| 2 | Burkina Faso |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2:1 | 3 |
Algeria vs Burkina Faso Prediction & Betting Tips
Join us as we dissect the top Algeria vs Burkina Faso betting picks — from the main match prediction and scoreline forecast to standout player props and a value-focused bet builder.
Match Prediction
We’re keeping things simple with our standout bet considering that Algeria are currently priced at -111. We think they can secure a victory in this Africa Cup of Nations match and the hosts looks a value play.
Team news is very useful and our football tipsters are keen to identify the players who are doubtful with injury. You’ll also find us studying the form guide, with lots of Africa Cup of Nations data available which provides a clear picture from the stats.
Key Algeria vs Burkina Faso stats:
The best football betting sites make it a 52.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
We’d recommend taking a look at the Asian Handicap, Double Result and Result & Both Teams to Score markets if you’re interested in siding with Algeria but want bigger odds.
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Correct Score Prediction
There are odds of +600 available that Algeria land a 2-0 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.
Player Prop Picks
Himad Abdelli (Algeria) is available at -154 to record a minimum of one shot on goal. Shots on Target bettors should definitely consider him at the available odds and we’ll have a play.
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Mohamed Amoura (Algeria) has scored ten goals in his past seven games. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +220.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve got a bet builder with three options: Algeria to come out on top, less than three goals in total accompanied by Himad Abdelli (Algeria) to finish with a minimum of one shot on target.
Should you want to back different outcomes for the same football game, then a bet builder will suit your needs. Should a bettor get all selections correct, then they can achieve a good return from a small stake.
Algeria vs Burkina Faso Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
For this Africa Cup of Nations clash, Algeria are the -111 favourites to triumph according to the latest Full-Time Result betting odds. This reflects that they have a 53% chance of winning. If you want to back the outsider, Burkina Faso are available at +330.
You can choose Algeria -0.5 or Burkina Faso +0.5 at respective Asian Handicap odds of -114 and -114. The former is the same as betting the favourites to win, with the latter giving you a return if it’s a draw.
For the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this interesting contest. For Both Teams to Score betting opportunities, the market suggests that BTTS Yes and No are both equally as likely to happen.
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There’s the chance to back Himad Abdelli at +500 to be the First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and available at similar odds to find the net last instead.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Algeria Stats
Burkina Faso Stats
- 8 wins and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
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Algeria vs Burkina Faso Lineups & Team News
Make sure to look over the Algeria vs Burkina Faso team news before betting. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for the Africa Cup of Nations along with the latest injury news.
Previous Algeria Lineups
Previous Burkina Faso Lineups
Algeria Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Vladimir Petkovic
Burkina Faso Player Stats & Squad
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morocco | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 4 |
| 2 | Mali | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2:2 | 2 |
| 3 | Zambia | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1:1 | 2 |
| 4 | Comoros | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0:2 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 6 |
| 2 | South Africa | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Angola | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 1 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tunisia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 3 |
| 2 | Nigeria | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 3 | Tanzania | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 4 | Uganda | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 0 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senegal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
| 2 | Congo | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 3 | Benin | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 4 | Botswana | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algeria | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
| 2 | Burkina Faso | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 3 | Equatorial Guinea | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 4 | Sudan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivory Coast | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 2 | Cameroon | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 3 | Gabon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 4 | Mozambique | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
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