Argentina vs Algeria: 2026 World Cup preview, odds & key players

Argentina meet Algeria with the live market leaning Argentina's way (70.5% to win, 20.5% draw). Reigning champions chasing back-to-back glory. Algeria, meanwhile, the Desert Foxes back after missing 2022.

Argentina's edge comes from defending champions' winning mentality, but Algeria will look to exploit ageing key players. Expect a contest decided in the details, set pieces, transitions and the bench.

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