Algeria, having secured two wins in the initial two rounds, with four goals scored and none conceded, have already qualified for the round of 16. A draw in this match would guarantee them the top spot in the group, allowing them to rest key players and prepare for the knockout stages. Therefore, they have the flexibility to rotate their squad and manage their energy levels. Equatorial Guinea, on the other hand, have lost both of their previous matches (0-1 against Burkina Faso and 0-1 against Sudan), failing to score and currently sitting at the bottom of the group. They have no chance of advancing, and this match is essentially a game for pride. Equatorial Guinea's strategy focuses on defence, although their attack lacks bite. They employ a 5-4-1 formation to compress space in their half, relying on their midfield to alleviate pressure on the defence. Their defensive resilience is demonstrated by conceding only three goals in the last five matches. However, facing Algeria's high possession (62%+) and pressing, Equatorial Guinea's issues with building from the back and their centre-backs' lack of pace will be exposed, leading to passive defending. Their attack lacks creativity, relying on wing play and set pieces for opportunities. The limited attacking capabilities of key players such as Nsue and Salvador, combined with injuries to midfield mainstays N'Eneme and Obiang, leading to a lack of cohesion, makes it difficult for them to create consistent offensive threats. Algeria typically uses a 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 formation, known for wing play, penetrating the flanks, and set-piece attacks. However, against a well-organised defensive line, these tactics require time to develop. Moreover, Algeria is likely to rotate their squad, with Ouar injured and the availability of Hafez and Chetti uncertain, which could disrupt the team's coordination and slow down the attacking pace. Considering the trend of teams in the Africa Cup of Nations, such as Ivory Coast's 1-0 victory against Mozambique, strong teams that have already qualified often adopt a cautious approach after rotating their squads, rather than seeking a high-scoring victory. The prediction favors a low-scoring match.