Algeria and Equatorial Guinea clash in a 2025 Africa Cup of NatioSSSns Group E match on Wednesday, December 31, at the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, Softfootball reported. Kick-off is at 17:00 CAT (16:00 UTC). Algeria have already secured top spot in the group, while Equatorial Guinea are eliminated and will be aiming to finish their campaign on a positive note.
The Desert Warriors have been dominant in the tournament, winning both games without conceding. SoftFootball highlighted Algeria’s vital 1–0 win over Burkina Faso in their previous group match, confirming their qualification as part of the AFCON 2025 Round-Up for Groups E and F.
Manager Vladimir Petković may rotate the squad, giving some key players rest, but stars like Riyad Mahrez and goalkeeper Luca Zidane are expected to feature. Algeria also posted updates on their X handle, showing preparations and squad morale ahead of the match.
Equatorial Guinea have struggled to find consistency, scoring goals only sporadically and facing defensive pressure in both previous group games, as they look to finish their AFCON campaign on a high with strong team unity.
Team News
Equatorial Guinea: Eneme and Obiang injured; Ganet likely back in the starting lineup.
Algeria: Minor fitness concerns for Hadjam and Chergui; Mahrez and Zidane expected to start; Aouar sidelined.
Head-to-Head
Both sides have won once each in three previous meetings, with one draw. All historic games were goalless at half-time.
Possible Lineups
Equatorial Guinea (4-3-3): Ondo; Obiang, Esono, Ngomo, Lima; Ganet, Eyango, Benito; Monchu, Mba, Bongong.
Algeria (4-2-3-1): Zidane; Hadjam, Benlamri, Chergui, Boudaoui; Belaili, Guedioura; Mahrez, Bounedjah, Bennacer; Slimani.
SoftFootball Prediction
Algeria remain favourites to win or draw, completing a perfect group stage. Equatorial Guinea may fight for pride, but a strong Algeria squad should prevail.
Prediction: Algeria 2-1 Equatorial Guinea.
