The upcoming 2026 Africa Cup of Nations match between Equatorial Guinea and Algeria is set to be a captivating encounter, drawing significant attention from football fans. A comparative analysis of the teams' recent performance statistics reveals notable differences. Offensive capabilities are a key area of focus for this match. Equatorial Guinea has scored a total of 8 goals in recent matches, while conceding 15, resulting in a goal difference of -7. This indicates an imbalance between their ability to convert scoring opportunities and the solidity of their defence. In contrast, Algeria demonstrates a more potent attack, having scored 19 goals during the same period, with a strong defence that conceded only 5 goals. This gives them a goal difference of +14, significantly higher than their opponents. Their average goals per match further highlight this difference: Equatorial Guinea scores only 0.8 goals per match, while Algeria achieves an impressive 1.9 goals per match. Another critical factor is the impact of set pieces and fouls on the match's flow. Although the home side averages 2.2 corners per game, approximately three fewer than their rivals, this hasn't translated into a scoring advantage. Algeria, through more effective pressing tactics, dominates the corner statistics, averaging 5.2 corners per match, thereby creating more direct threats to the opposing goal. Finally, the number of red cards presents an interesting trend, unfavorable to the home team. Equatorial Guinea averages over 1.2 yellow cards per match, while Algeria shows a slight advantage, with only one yellow card on average. 01-01 00:00 Equatorial Guinea Algeria Match direction: 2.25, Over