Get ready for an epic showdown as Egypt and Algeria are set to clash once again on October 16, 2023, at 5 PM BST (7 PM local time). Their last encounter in December 2021 ended in a thrilling 1-1 draw.
Teams: Algeria vs Egypt
Date: October 16, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM BST (7:00 PM local time)
Venue: Abu Dhabi
In a thrilling international friendly set during the FIFA window for October 2023, Egypt and Algeria are poised to clash on Monday, October 16, as Egypt hosts the showdown. With both teams gearing up for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers and the CAN TotalEnergies, this match promises intense competition. Our main prediction is that this encounter is likely to be a closely contested battle with under 2.5 goals, setting the stage for an exciting and low-scoring duel.
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals
With Algeria’s strong recent form, having won 3 and drawn 2 of their last 5 games, they enter the match as favorites. Expect Algeria to bring their A-game and potentially secure a victory in this international friendly.
Betting Tip: Algeria to win.
Algeria and Egypt are set to renew their football rivalry two years after their Arab Cup Group Stage draw. Algeria comes into this match with high spirits, having won their last game against Senegal, extending their unbeaten run to six matches. They are eager to showcase their strength against Egypt.
On the other hand, Egypt is looking to recover from a recent loss to Tunisia. This friendly offers them a chance to regain their form and prove themselves against their North African rivals.
Algeria: Riyad Mahrez, Baghdad Bounedjah, Saïd Benrahma, Ramiz Zerrouki, Sofiane Feghouli, Youcef Atal, Aïssa Mandi, Ramy Bensebaini, Rayan Aït Nouri, Anthony Mandrea
Egypt: Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Mohamed, Omar Marmoush, Tarek Hamed, Hamdi Fathi, Mohamed Elneny, Ahmed Ramadan, Hossam Abdelmaguid, Ali Gabr, Omar Kamal, Mohamed Abou Gabal
5:00 PM BST (7:00 PM local time)
Abu Dhabi