Algeria enters this Africa Cup of Nations match in excellent form, boasting a record of seven wins, two draws, and only one loss in their last ten matches across all competitions. This includes an impressive six-match unbeaten streak, with four wins and two draws, demonstrating their strong competitive consistency. Their performance on both ends of the pitch has been exceptional, with a highly effective attack that has scored 21 goals in the last ten games, averaging 2.1 goals per match. The offensive linchpin for Algeria is undoubtedly captain Riyad Mahrez. This technically gifted winger is a creative force, known for his ability to cut inside and score, as well as his precision from set pieces, making him a key weapon against packed defenses. In the forward line, the top scorer from the African qualifiers, Baghdad Bounedjah, has contributed 5 goals in the last ten matches, accounting for 45% of the team's total goals. Algeria holds a significant advantage. Their home record against Sudan over the past five years is perfect, with a 100% win rate, while Sudan has a 100% loss rate in away matches. The most recent encounter between the two teams was a friendly match in August 2025, which ended in a 1-1 draw. However, Algeria's focus on the match and their squad were not at their full strength at that time. Earlier, in the 2021 Arab Cup, Algeria convincingly defeated Sudan 4-0. Despite the draw in the friendly, considering their overall strength and performances in official matches, Algeria has a clear psychological advantage, while Sudan has never posed a significant threat to Algeria in major competitions. The prediction is for over 2.5 goals in the match.