Argentina vs Egypt Prediction, Tips & Match Preview

Argentina vs Egypt Match Preview

Argentina and Egypt meet in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after both sides came through different types of knockout tests. Argentina have looked powerful throughout the campaign, winning all four World Cup matches after a 3-0 warm-up victory over Iceland, while Egypt arrive unbeaten in tournament play after surviving a penalty shootout against Australia in the Round of 32.

Argentina topped their group with a 3-0 win over Algeria, a 2-0 victory against Austria and a 3-1 success away to Jordan before edging Cape Verde 3-2 in the previous round. Egypt drew 1-1 with Belgium, beat New Zealand 3-1 and drew 1-1 with Iran in the group stage, then held Australia 1-1 before winning 4-2 on penalties.

Argentina’s Attack Has Found Another Gear Despite Defensive Slips

Argentina have built their tournament run on control, experience and ruthless attacking quality. They started the World Cup with clean-sheet wins over Algeria 3-0 and Austria 2-0, showing strong defensive balance while still carrying a constant threat through Lionel Messi and the supporting forwards.

Their last two matches have been more open, with a 3-1 win over Jordan followed by a 3-2 Round of 32 victory against Cape Verde. That shift suggests Argentina are still capable of overpowering opponents, but they have also started leaving more space behind their midfield line when the game opens up. Even so, scoring 11 goals across four World Cup matches makes them one of the most dangerous teams left in the competition.

Egypt’s Scoring Consistency Keeps Them Alive in Tight Matches

Egypt have not dominated matches in the same way, but their resilience has carried them into the Round of 16. They opened with a 1-1 draw against Belgium, produced their best attacking display in a 3-1 victory over New Zealand, then drew 1-1 with Iran before holding Australia 1-1 and progressing on penalties in the Round of 32.

Their biggest strength has been consistency in the final third. Egypt have scored in every World Cup match so far, finding ways to threaten even when they spend long spells without control of possession. However, they have also conceded in every tournament fixture, which raises concerns against an Argentina side capable of punishing defensive lapses quickly.

Argentina vs Egypt Prediction

The best bet for this match points towards Argentina to win and both teams to score. Argentina remain the stronger side and have won every World Cup match so far, but their defensive record has dipped after a two-game clean-sheet start. They conceded against Jordan and then twice against Cape Verde in the Round of 32, while Egypt have scored in every tournament match, making an Argentina win with both sides on the scoresheet a logical selection.

Over 3.5 goals also looks plausible given the attacking patterns on both sides. Argentina have scored three goals in each of their last two World Cup games, with Lionel Messi’s attack capable of accelerating quickly once they find space. Egypt have been consistent in front of goal throughout the competition, but their own defence has yet to keep a clean sheet, which points towards another open knockout match.

Our correct score prediction is Argentina 3-1. Egypt’s scoring streak gives them a strong chance of troubling Argentina, especially if the match becomes stretched after the first goal. Argentina’s superior attacking quality, tournament control and recent scoring rhythm should still be enough to secure a comfortable passage into the quarter-finals.

Peter Green- July 4, 2026

Argentina vs Egypt Betting Tips

Argentina to win & Both teams to score

OK

3.75 Odds

Over 3.5 goals

OK

3.50 Odds

Correct score: Argentina 3-1

OK

15.00 Odds