Argentina vs Egypt Prediction 7/7/2026 Round of 16 Picks

In this article we will formulate an Argentina vs Egypt prediction for this World Cup game on Tuesday, July 7th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Argentina Betting Preview

Argentina comes into this match after they defeated Cape Verde in Extra Time by a score of 3-2 in the Round of 32. Argentina led 1-0 at halftime, but they allowed the tying goal in the 59th minute and ended up needing two goals in Extra Time for the win. Argentina recorded 22 total shots, 10 shots on target, and had 64% of the possession in the game. Argentina got goals from Messi and Martinez, while Messi had six shots on target and Martinez made three saves in the win. 

Argentina finished first in Group J with nine points, which was five points ahead of Austria and Algeria. In group play, Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0, defeated Austria 2-0, and defeated Jordan 3-1. Argentina has had goals from Messi (7), Martinez, Le Celso, and Martinez, while five players have one assist. Messi has led the team with 16 shots on target, while Martinez has made just four saves through four games. 

Egypt Betting Preview

Egypt comes into this match after they defeated Australia in penalty kicks in the Round of 16. Egypt led 1-0 in the 13th minute, but they allowed the tying goal in the 55th minute, before winning 4-2 in penalty kicks to advance. Egypt recorded 14 total shots, three shots on target, and had 58% of the possession in the game. Egypt got their goal from Ashour, while three players had one shot on target and Shobeir made one save in the victory. 

Egypt finished second in Group G with five points, which was tied with Belgium, but they lost the goal differential tie breaker. In group play, Egypt drew Belgium 1-1, defeated New Zealand 3-1, and drew Iran 1-1. Egypt has had goals from Ashour (2), Salah, Trezeguet, Zico, and Saber, while Salah has two assists. Salah has led the team with four shots on target, while Shoubir has made 10 saves in four games. 

Argentina vs Egypt Prediction 

Argentina had plenty of trouble with Cape Verde in their last game, but they still dominated the flow of the game and had a ton of chances. Egypt has scored one goal or fewer in three of their four games in this tournament and they needed penalty kicks to get by a very average Australia team. Egypt needs to really focus on defending in this match and while they are a solid defensive team, I am worried about their attack. I think Argentina will be eager to put that Cape Verde game behind them and I think they will win by two goals here.

David Racey's Pick: Argentina -1.5