Algeria vs Sudan Prediction
The Africa Cup of Nations Group E encounter between Algeria and Sudan will take place on Wednesday, 24 December 2025 at 6:00 PM GMT +3 at Stade Moulay Hassan. This fixture presents a contrast of continental pedigree and rebuilding potential: Algeria arrive as the clear favourites on paper, commanded by coach Vladimir Petković, while Sudan enter looking to arrest a run of mixed results and to re-establish competitive stability. This meeting is staged against the backdrop of a balanced head-to-head history. The most recent direct encounter ended in a goalless draw (0:0), and across the last five meetings Algeria have claimed three victories to Sudan’s one, with one match finishing level. That comparative advantage, allied to superior squad depth and a measured run of positive results in the last five matches, places Algeria in the role of favourites for this Group E opener.
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Betting prediction — Both teams score? No
Rationale: While Algeria can create chances, they have shown an ability to control matches and to restrict opponents when required. Sudan’s recent matches have demonstrated an irregular attacking threat; they are capable of scoring but have also been held scoreless against better-organised defences. The 0:0 outcome in the most recent meeting and Algeria’s tendency to manage games suggests a low-probability of both sides finding the net. On balance, a no-both-teams scenario is the prudent play. Best available odds for this market in the supplied data: Tip NO at Betwinner with odds of 1.55.
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Betting prediction: Win Algeria (Tip 1)
Rationale: Algeria possess the stronger recent performance profile, more experienced international personnel and a record of successful outcomes against Sudan in recent head-to-heads. Coach Vladimir Petković has overseen a side capable of asserting control in midfield and creating the clearer goal-scoring opportunities, even if their recent AFCON form has been inconsistent. Given Sudan’s defensive vulnerabilities exposed in recent fixtures and their limited goal output on the road, Algeria are the most likely side to secure three points. Best available odds for this market in the supplied data: Tip 1 at Paripesa with odds of 1.48.
Betting prediction: Under 2.5 goals
Rationale: The tactical context and recent results point towards a low-scoring contest. Algeria’s recent AFCON line-up has tended towards cautious approaches in tournament settings, and Sudan have struggled to produce consistent offensive output against stronger defensive units. Given the propensity for narrow margins in matches between teams of differing quality and the tendency for tournament fixtures early in group stages to be measured affairs, an Under 2.5 goals selection is logical. Best odds: Under 2.5 goals — 1.76 on Betwinner.
Betting prediction — Correct score 2-0
Rationale: A 2:0 prediction combines the expectation of an Algerian victory with an assessment that Sudan may be limited to few or no clear chances. It represents a realistic scoreline: Algeria find the breakthrough and consolidate, while Sudan are unable to convert their limited opportunities. This correct-score approach reflects both defensive discipline from Algeria and an emphasis on game management rather than open, high-scoring play. Correct-score market: 2:0 win for Algeria; 5.50 on Paripesa.
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Statistics for Algeria vs Sudan
Algeria team news!
Coach Vladimir Petković will bring tactical discipline and international experience to bear in this fixture. Algeria have shown a degree of resilience in their most recent five-match sample across all competitions, recording three wins, one draw and one defeat. Their AFCON-specific record carried over from the previous season is less flattering — no wins, two draws and two defeats in the last four continental matches — which suggests tournament form remains an area for improvement. Petković’s selections are likely to prioritise defensive solidity and efficient attacking transitions; Algeria’s depth and quality in key positions gives them a clear advantage.
Sudan team news!
Sudan arrive with a coach listed as “-” in the provided data, underscoring an element of uncertainty or transition in leadership which can influence preparation and tactical consistency. Recent results show one win, one draw and three defeats from the last five matches overall, and their AFCON match sequence is similarly without victories (0 wins, 2 draws, 2 defeats across four fixtures). Sudan will need to rely on organisation, set-piece effectiveness and disciplined defending to compete; they must also improve offensive efficiency if they are to secure points in Group E.
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H2H statistics
Across the last five meetings between these two nations Algeria have prevailed three times, Sudan have secured one victory and one match finished in a draw. The most recent direct meeting produced a 0:0 stalemate, indicating that these fixtures can be tight and low scoring. The historical edge is therefore with Algeria, but past meetings also demonstrate that Sudan can be competitive on occasion.
Last results — Algeria
In their last five matches across all competitions Algeria have produced three wins, one draw and one defeat. Their current form reads as generally positive, with a clear ability to win matches though some inconsistency remains in tournament-level AFCON fixtures.
Last results — Sudan
Sudan’s last five matches across all competitions show one win, one draw and three defeats. The current form suggests vulnerabilities, particularly in away or neutral venues, and highlights the necessity for defensive organisation and improved attacking output to alter their trajectory.
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Conclusion
Algeria enter this Africa Cup of Nations Group E fixture as favourites, a status underpinned by superior recent form, a favourable head-to-head record and a deeper pool of experienced players under the stewardship of Vladimir Petković. Sudan’s recent results and uncertain coaching identification in the provided dataset point to a side in transition, likely to adopt a cautious approach. For these reasons the most probable outcome is an Algerian victory in a relatively low-scoring match. Our primary recommendation is both teams will not score, a Win for Algeria (Tip 1), an Under 2.5 goals market selection, and a correct-score projection of 2:0 in favour of Algeria. Bettors should consult live bookmaker odds (Betwinner is cited in the supplied data) and consider stake management in line with individual risk tolerance.
