World Cup Title Defence Begins: Argentina 3/4 for Win & 2+ Goals vs Algeria

William Hill News tipster @Footy_Tipster previews Wednesday’s 2026 World Cup game between Argentina and Algeria.

Our Prediction: Argentina To Win & 2 Or More Goals (3/4), Argentina 2-0 Algeria (5/1).

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Argentina will get their defence of the World Cup up and running on Wednesday as they take on Algeria at the Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas.

Now, let’s take a closer look at some World Cup odds and betting angles for Wednesday’s fixture:

Argentina v Algeria – Wednesday, 2am

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• Following their third World Cup triumph in Qatar in 2022, Argentina arrive in North America aiming to become only the third nation in history to win back‑to‑back titles, joining Italy (1934 & 1938) and Brazil (1958 & 1962).
• There are plenty of positive omens for La Albiceleste. Seven of the last eight World Cups held in the Americas have been won by South American nations, while Lionel Scaloni’s side come into this tournament in excellent form, winning each of their last seven matches and conceding just once in that run.
• Argentina have also enjoyed a dominant record against African opposition on the world stage, winning each of their last six World Cup meetings. Unsurprisingly, they are strong odds‑on favourites with William Hill at 2/5 to begin their title defence with a victory.

• Algeria head to North America after topping their qualification group for the second successive campaign, arriving in strong form with seven wins from their last nine matches in all competitions. However, the Fennecs have struggled historically on the world stage, winning just three of their last thirteen World Cup fixtures.
• Vladimir Petković’s side could hardly have been handed a tougher start as they open against the reigning champions, but the Desert Warriors will still believe they can progress from the group stage for only the second time in their history.
• With a couple of early shocks already lighting up the 2026 World Cup, Algeria may take encouragement from the unpredictability of the opening round. Those expecting another upset can back the Fennecs at 7/1 with William Hill to stun Messi and co.

Bet Builder Hub:

• Total Goals – Under 3.5 Goals – Only 2 of Argentina’s last eleven games have seen four or more goals.
• Result – Argentina – Argentina are the reining champions, they’ve won their last six World Cup meetings against African opposition. 
• Player To Score or Assist – Lautaro Martinez has had at least one goal involvement in four of his last five international outings.
• Team With Most Cards – Algeria – Argentina haven’t had the most cards in any of their last ten games.
• Total Cards – Over 2.5 – Each of Argentina’s last eight games have produced at least three cards.

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*All odds subject to change – prices accurate at the time of writing*

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