Algeria begin their Africa Cup of Nations Group E campaign against Sudan, with the 2019 champions aiming to hit the ground running with a victory.
| Tournament: | African Cup of Nations |
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| Venue: | Stade 5 Juillet 1962, Algiers |
| Date: | 24.12.2025 |
| Time: | 15:00 GMT |
Algeria vs Sudan Form and Head to Head
Algeria's most recent match was a 2-0 defeat away to Saudi Arabia in an international friendly. Before that, Algeria's form has been mixed, including friendly matches against Egypt, a 3-1 win against Zimbabwe, and World Cup Qualification matches, they defeated Uganda 2-1 and lost 3-0 to Somalia.
Sudan lost their last match 2-0 in an international friendly against Oman. Their recent form has been poor, with losses to Togo and Senegal in the World Cup Qualification, a draw against Mauritania and a loss to DR Congo, as well as a penalty defeat to Senegal in the African Nations Championship.
Algeria have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 4 matches against Sudan in all competitions. The last time these two teams met, Sudan won on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the African Nations Championship.
In the last five meetings between Algeria and Sudan, Algeria have won twice, Sudan have won once, and there have been three draws. Algeria have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 4 matches against Sudan in all competitions.
Who is the betting favourite in Algeria vs Sudan?
Odds imply Algeria are the firm favourites to win their Group E clash with Sudan with an implied win probability of 77%, while Sudan’s chances sit closer to 6%.
| Match Result | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | 3/10 | BetMGM |
| Sudan | 15/1 | 10bet |
| Draw | 5/1 | BresBet |
Odds last updated at 11AM Wednesday, 24th December.
Algeria vs Sudan Predicted Lineups
Algeria (4-2-3-1): Zidane; Aït-Nouri, Belaïd, Mandi, Belghali; Zerrouki, Bennacer; Aouar, Moussa, Mahrez; Bounedjah
Sudan (4-4-2): Abooja; Tabanja, Karshoum, Ering, Awad; Raouf, Khdir, Taifour, Mozamil; Mano, Abdelrahman
Lineups powered by WhoScored.
Algeria vs Sudan Match Prediction
Algeria, with their pedigree and pressure as former champions, are expected to secure a comfortable victory against Sudan. While Sudan will likely adopt a defensive approach, Algeria's attacking prowess, led by Mahrez and Bounedjah, should prove too much for the Sudanese defense to handle. Algeria's coach has shifted the emphasis toward control, balance, and defensive stability.
They were unbeaten in qualifying, scoring freely while conceding little. Sudan will likely lean heavily on organisation, resilience, and collective discipline. Considering Algeria's superior quality and their need to start the tournament strongly, a 3-1 win for Algeria seems a likely outcome.
Prediction: Algeria 3-1 Sudan
Algeria vs Sudan Bet Builder Tip
Our Algeria vs Sudan Bet Builder Tip is Baghdad Bounedjah to score anytime, Algeria to lead at half time, and under 3.5 total goals.
Best odds of 5/1 available at BetMGM while publishing.
Algeria have led at half-time in two of their previous three games and dominated AFCON qualification with 16 goals scored and just two conceded, making the half-time lead market highly appealing against a low-scoring Sudan side.
Baghdad Bounedjah, netting three times in his last five outings including Algeria's 3-1 win over Zimbabwe, boasts six goals and three assists in 10 games this season despite missing nine big chances—primed to deliver against Sudan's defence.
Four of Algeria's last five matches and eight of Sudan's last 10 have stayed under 2.5 goals, so under 3.5 provides a safer bet builder leg given Algeria's clinical edge and the slim risk of Sudan scoring.
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