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AFCON: Algeria vs Burkina Faso – Prediction, Stats & Odds

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Get pro tips now for the AFCON game between Algeria and Burkina Faso. Find the top stats, predictions, and odds here.

Algeria will face Burkina Faso at Stade Bouaké this Saturday in AFCON 2023. Currently sitting in second place, Algeria are eager to leapfrog Burkina Faso, who lead the Group D standings. The motivation is sky-high for both teams, as a victory would strengthen their claims for a spot in the knockout stages.

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Algeria Form

Algeria continued their unbeaten run in their previous three matches. They first took Togo down with a 0-3 victory before beating Burundi 0-4. However, Angola put the brakes on their winning streak last time out, holding them to a 1-1 draw.

Burkina Faso Form

Results have been up and down for Burkina Faso. The first of their last three games got off to the worst possible start when Iran beat them 2-1. Yet, they recovered in style, by beating DR Congo 1-2 and then Mauritania 1-0.

Algeria vs Burkina Faso Stats

Here are some facts that might be useful for placing bets on the upcoming game between Algeria and Burkina Faso. The facts are based on statistics from the last couple of matches that these teams played across all tournaments.

  • Algeria have not lost their last 13 games.
  • Algeria have scored the first goal in their last 5 games.
  • In 4 of their last 5 games, Algeria took a half-time lead.
  • In 8 of the last 10 Algeria games, there were under 4.5 cards.
  • There were under 10.5 corners in 4 of the last 5 Algeria games.
  • Burkina Faso have scored the first goal in 5 of their last 6 games.
  • In 5 of the last 7 Burkina Faso games, there were under 4.5 cards.
  • In 4 of the last 5 Burkina Faso games, there were under 10.5 corners.

Algeria vs Burkina Faso⁣ – In-form players

When looking for in-form players to find the target, some interesting names are popping up in both teams. Mohamed Amoura brings great form to the table, as he is now on three goals in six games. Surely, Algeria will start him against Burkina Faso, who also have some appealing names to consider. Not least Dango Ouattara, who notched up five goals in his past six games.

Algeria vs Burkina Faso Betting Tips

Full-time result

Algeria have displayed a formidable recent form, securing six victories, drawing four times, and remaining unbeaten in their last ten matches. Burkina Faso have exhibited a solid performance as well, with four wins, three draws, and three losses in their most recent ten outings.

Both teams to score

Algeria have seen both teams score in five out of their last 10 matches. Similarly, Burkina Faso have experienced a scenario where both teams scored in five out of their recent 10 outings.

Total goals

Algeria have experienced an even split in their recent ten matches with five games featuring over 2.5 goals and five under 2.5 goals. Similarly, Burkina Faso also have an equal distribution with five games over 2.5 goals and five under 2.5 goals in their last ten outings.

Match predictions: Algeria vs Burkina Faso

To sum up, the upcoming match between Algeria and Burkina Faso seems to be a good betting opportunity.

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