Equatorial Guinea
Football Africa Cup of Nations Moulay Hassan Stadium Wed 31 Dec 11:00
Algeria
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Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria

Equatorial Guinea square off against Algeria in this Africa Cup of Nations Group E clash at Moulay Hassan Stadium, with kick-off set for 11:00 on Wednesday 31 December.

Desert Foxes to Come Out on Top

We’re heading to the Full-Time Result market and selecting Algeria to land a victory, with odds of -141 looking generous. We think the Desert Foxes should be able to overcome Equatorial Guinea over ninety minutes.

Goalless Draw in Previous H2H Encounter

Equatorial Guinea lost when last in action. At Stade Mohamed V, they were turned over 1-0 to Sudan in the Africa Cup of Nations. Juan Micha's side dominated possession with 66% of the ball and had three shots on target.

Algeria won their previous game, beating Burkina Faso in the Africa Cup of Nations. It was a 1-0 win at Moulay Hassan Stadium. The Desert Foxes were 49% in the possession stakes and had five shots on goal, with Riyad Mahrez on target in the 23rd minute.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head between Equatorial Guinea and Algeria, saw the former host a 0-0 Africa Cup of Nations draw. The previous 3 H2H matches have featured one Equatorial Guinea win, one Algeria victory and a draw.

Africa Cup of Nations G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 Algeria logo Algeria 3 3 0 0 7 1 6 7:1 9
4 Equatorial Guinea logo Equatorial Guinea 3 0 0 3 2 6 -4 2:6 0
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Confirmed Lineups

Equatorial Guinea confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jesus Owono (GK), Marvin Anieboh, Esteban Obiang, Saul Coco, Charles Ondo, Alex Balboa, Omar Mascarell, Pablo Ganet, Jannick Buyla Sam, Emilio Nsue, Jose Ondo.

Algeria confirmed lineup (4-4-1-1): Anthony Mandrea (GK), Rafik Belghali, Zineddine Belaid, Mohamed Tougai, Rayan Ait Nouri, Anis Hadj Moussa, Ramiz Zerrouki, Himad Abdelli, Fares Chaibi, Ibrahim Maza, Monsef Bakrar.

Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria Prediction & Betting Tips

We’ve broken down Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria from every angle, offering our expert match prediction, expected final score, best player prop recommendations and a well-constructed bet builder.

Match Prediction

If you agree with our verdict that Algeria can claim a Africa Cup of Nations victory, then there’s the chance to get betting odds of -141 that this happens. We think that this price sticks out.

We study the Africa Cup of Nations form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria stats:

  • Algeria have won 4 consecutive games.
  • Algeria have won 8 of their last 10 games.
  • Algeria have won 14 of their last 20 games.
  • Equatorial Guinea have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
  • Equatorial Guinea have lost their last 2 games.
Algeria to Win Probability

The best betting apps make it a 58.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. This is why we can recommend this bet.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Equatorial Guinea Equatorial Guinea logo 0 - 2 Algeria logo Algeria

Algeria are available at +460 to win by a 2-0 scoreline. Correct score betting allows us to bet at bigger odds and it’s also a fun type of wager.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Baghdad Bounedjah Over 0.5 Shots On Target -128 BetMGM logo

Baghdad Bounedjah (Algeria) is available to record a minimum of one shot on goal at -128. He looks like an attractive wager on the Shots on Target market and we recommend backing this player prop bet selection.

Latest Baghdad Bounedjah Player Prop Odds

Mohamed Amoura to Score +170 BetMGM logo

Mohamed Amoura (Algeria) has registered ten goals in his past eight games. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer selection at odds of +170.

Latest Mohamed Amoura Player Prop Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result Algeria -141
Both Team To Score No -147
Shots On Target Baghdad Bounedjah Over 0.5 -128

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Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Algeria Could Have Edge According to Bookies

With the bookmakers affording them a 65% chance of winning, Algeria might be a popular accumulator selection. Their betting odds are -182 when it comes to this Africa Cup of Nations encounter. Equatorial Guinea are regarded as the least likely winner at +575.

Taking Algeria -1 on the Asian Handicap means a full payout at -104 if they beat Equatorial Guinea by two or more goals. A one-goal victory would see your stake pushed which means a full refund.

The Total Goals price implies that Under 2.5 is the most likely result in this contest. Both Teams to Score No is available at -161 for anyone expecting at least one side to draw a blank.

The leading football betting sites provide hundreds of markets for the latest Africa Cup of Nations games. Be sure to peruse all of the available options before going ahead with your preferred wager.

Riyad Mahrez Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

Riyad Mahrez is priced at +370 when it comes to First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and also available at odds of +150 to find the net anytime.

Player Goals
Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)
First
+150
Anytime
+370
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Mohamed Amoura (Algeria)
First
+160
Anytime
+370
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Himad Abdelli (Algeria)
First
+180
Anytime
+440
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Baghdad Bounedjah (Algeria)
First
+210
Anytime
+450
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Player Shots On Target
Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)
Over 0.5
-233
Under 0.5
+128
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Mohamed Amoura (Algeria)
Over 0.5
-213
Under 0.5
+120
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Anis Hadj Moussa (Algeria)
Over 0.5
-175
Under 0.5
-100
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Himad Abdelli (Algeria)
Over 0.5
-167
Under 0.5
-105
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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Equatorial Guinea logo Equatorial Guinea Stats
Algeria logo Algeria Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 8 wins and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
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Corners
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Possession
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Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria Lineups & Team News

Check the Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria team news before you place your bets. We’ll offer the predicted and confirmed Africa Cup of Nations lineups along with the latest injury developments.

Equatorial Guinea Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Algeria Confirmed Lineup 4-4-1-1

Equatorial Guinea Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

1 Jesus Owono
3 Marvin Anieboh 21 Esteban Obiang 16 Saul Coco 12 Charles Ondo
4 Alex Balboa 5 Omar Mascarell 22 Pablo Ganet
8 Jannick Buyla Sam 10 Emilio Nsue 26 Jose Ondo
1 Anthony Mandrea
25 Rafik Belghali 5 Zineddine Belaid 4 Mohamed Tougai 15 Rayan Ait Nouri
11 Anis Hadj Moussa 6 Ramiz Zerrouki 8 Himad Abdelli 17 Fares Chaibi
22 Ibrahim Maza
12 Monsef Bakrar

Algeria Confirmed Lineup 4-4-1-1

Equatorial Guinea Substitutes

  • 2Nestor Senra
  • 6Iban Salvador
  • 7Jose Machin
  • 9Dorian Hanza
  • 13Aitor Embela Gil
  • 14Pedro Obiang
  • 18Michael Ngaah
  • 19Luis Asue
  • 23Manuel Sapunga
  • 24Loren Zuniga
  • 25Javier Mum
  • 27Gael Akogo Esono
  • 28Alex Masogo

Algeria Substitutes

  • 2Aissa Mandi
  • 3Mehdi Dorval
  • 7Riyad Mahrez
  • 9Baghdad Bounedjah
  • 10Ismael Bennacer
  • 14Hicham Boudaoui
  • 16Oussama Benbot
  • 18Mohamed Amoura
  • 19Adem Zorgane
  • 20Youcef Atal
  • 21Ramy Bensebaini
  • 23Luca Zidane
  • 24Ilan Kebbal
  • 27Adil Boulbina
  • 28Redouane Berkane

Previous Equatorial Guinea Lineups

28 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Equatorial Guinea 0-1 Sudan
24 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Burkina Faso 2-1 Equatorial Guinea
17 Nov Friendlies
Madagascar 2-0 Equatorial Guinea
14 Nov Friendlies
Kenya 0-1 Equatorial Guinea
13 Oct Africa World Cup Qualification
Equatorial Guinea 1-1 Liberia
08 Sep Africa World Cup Qualification
Equatorial Guinea 0-1 Tunisia

Previous Algeria Lineups

28 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Algeria 1-0 Burkina Faso
24 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Algeria 3-0 Sudan
18 Nov Friendlies
Saudi Arabia 0-2 Algeria
13 Nov Friendlies
Algeria 3-1 Zimbabwe
14 Oct Africa World Cup Qualification
Algeria 2-1 Uganda
09 Oct Africa World Cup Qualification
Somalia 0-3 Algeria
Team Squads

Equatorial Guinea Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Juan Micha

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Saul Coco 16 D 2 180 2 0 0 0 0 0
Esteban Obiang 21 D 2 180 2 0 0 0 0 0
Omar Mascarell 5 M 2 180 2 0 0 0 0 0
Carlos Akapo 15 D 2 180 2 0 0 1 1 0
Jesus Owono 1 G 2 180 2 0 0 0 0 0

Algeria Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Vladimir Petkovic

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Luca Zidane 23 G 2 180 2 0 0 0 0 0
Aissa Mandi 2 D 2 180 2 0 0 0 0 0
Hicham Boudaoui 14 M 2 180 2 0 0 1 0 0
Ramy Bensebaini 21 D 2 180 2 0 0 0 0 0
Baghdad Bounedjah 9 F 2 168 1 1 0 1 0 0
CAF FlagAfrica Cup of Nations Table
Africa Cup of Nations Group A
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Morocco 3 2 1 0 6:1 7
2 Mali 3 0 3 0 2:2 3
3 Comoros 3 0 2 1 0:2 2
4 Zambia 3 0 2 1 1:4 2
Africa Cup of Nations Group B
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Egypt 3 2 1 0 3:1 7
2 South Africa 3 2 0 1 5:4 6
3 Angola 3 0 2 1 2:3 2
4 Zimbabwe 3 0 1 2 4:6 1
Africa Cup of Nations Group C
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Nigeria 3 3 0 0 8:4 9
2 Tunisia 3 1 1 1 6:5 4
3 Tanzania 3 0 2 1 3:4 2
4 Uganda 3 0 1 2 3:7 1
Africa Cup of Nations Group D
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Senegal 3 2 1 0 7:1 7
2 DR Congo 3 2 1 0 5:1 7
3 Benin 3 1 0 2 1:4 3
4 Botswana 3 0 0 3 0:7 0
Africa Cup of Nations Group E
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Algeria 3 3 0 0 7:1 9
2 Burkina Faso 3 2 0 1 4:2 6
3 Sudan 3 1 0 2 1:5 3
4 Equatorial Guinea 3 0 0 3 2:6 0
Africa Cup of Nations Group F
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Ivory Coast 3 2 1 0 5:3 7
2 Cameroon 3 2 1 0 4:2 7
3 Mozambique 3 1 0 2 4:5 3
4 Gabon 3 0 0 3 4:7 0