Argentina vs Algeria prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on June 17, 2026

The champion will secure more than a minimal victory

Author:

Benjamin Mcneil, betting expert

Published: 15 Jun 2026, 21:00

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Argentina

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Algeria

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1.45 4.57 Linebet 15 Jun 20:00 4.62 -0.05 15 Jun 12:00 4.57 + 0.05 14 Jun 08:00 4.52 + 0.05 13 Jun 20:00 4.62 -0.1 12 Jun 21:04 4.57 + 0.05 07 Jun 21:01 4.6 -0.05 03 Jun 21:01 4.55 + 0.05 02 Jun 21:01 4.4 + 0.15 9.4 Linebet 15 Jun 20:00 9.7 -0.3 15 Jun 12:00 9.6 + 0.1 14 Jun 08:00 9.35 + 0.25 13 Jun 20:00 9.4 -0.05 12 Jun 21:04 9.1 + 0.3 11 Jun 20:00 9.25 -0.15 10 Jun 20:00 9.2 + 0.05 07 Jun 21:01 9.3 -0.1 03 Jun 21:01 9.2 + 0.1 02 Jun 21:01 8.9 + 0.3

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Tournament World Cup

Venue Kansas City Stadium (Kansas City)

Date & kick-off time 16 jun 2026, 21:00

In the first round of the World Cup on June 17, 2026, a match will be held between the national teams of Argentina and Algeria. The title holder aims to start their title defense with a win.

Argentina vs Algeria: Team News and Expert Analysis

The Argentinians won the previous World Cup, as well as the last two Copa America tournaments. They then comfortably topped their South American qualifying group and continued their winning streak in friendly matches. Iceland, for instance, suffered a 3-0 defeat.

Algeria confidently won their qualifying group, collecting 25 points from ten matches. They progressed to the playoffs in both the Arab Cup and AFCON, but were eliminated rather early in both. In friendlies, after thrashing Guatemala 7-0, they played to a goalless draw with Uruguay. Right before the start of the tournament, they managed a surprise away win over the Netherlands and then routed Bolivia 4-0.

The world champion boasts impressive stats: averaging 2.5 goals scored and conceding just 0.3 per match. The North African side has similar numbers: 2.1 goals scored and 0.4 conceded on average.

Previous Meetings: Argentina vs Algeria

The only meeting took place in 2007, with the South Americans winning 4-3.

The title holders look strong. Bet on their victory with a "-1 goal" handicap (odds – 1.60).

Argentina vs Algeria: Key Statistics and Trends

• Argentina have won seven matches in a row
• 20% of Argentina's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.8
• Algeria have won their last two games
• 20% of Algeria's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.5

Argentina vs Algeria: Possible Starting Lineups

Argentina play with a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Rulli - Medina, Martinez, Otamendi, Romero - Barco, Palacios, Lo Celso - Simeone, L. Martinez, Paz. Tagliafico is unavailable, and there are doubts over Balerdi, E. Martinez, and most notably Messi.

Algeria also play a 1-4-3-3 (probable lineup): Benbout - Ait-Nouri, Mandi, Chergui, Abada - Bentaleb, Mazza, Boudaoui - Benbouali, Amoura, Mahrez. Bensebaini is at risk of missing out.

Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's performance in the World Cup standings

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