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Algeria

vs

Niger

KickoffTuesday 6 October 2026, 8:30pm

VenueStade Nelson-Mandela

CompetitionInternational Friendlies

Algeria come into this one carrying a slight sting from the Burundi draw, a result that felt like two points dropped rather than one gained after they found themselves two goals down inside the first quarter of an hour. The Fennec Foxes dug themselves out of a hole with goals from Belloumi and Boulbina, but Brahim Hemdani will know his side cannot afford to start games that slowly, particularly when the AFCON qualifying picture starts to tighten. That said, strip away the competitive fixtures and Algeria in friendly mode is a different beast entirely. Six unbeaten warm up matches since November, five wins in that run, and a very settled look about them on home soil.

Niger arrive carrying their own frustrations after a 2-0 defeat to Gabon wiped out the goodwill built by their opening win over Lesotho. Nabil Neghiz is only three matches into his time as boss, and the job he faces tonight is a tough one. His side have won just once in their last eight, they have struggled to keep the ball out of their net and they have not been able to find it themselves with any consistency either. Coming to Hocine Ait Ahmed Stadium as heavy outsiders, with a head coach who once managed the opposition, makes this a peculiar occasion. But for Niger, keeping the scoreline respectable might honestly be the realistic ambition.

Algeria vs Niger Match Details

This friendly fixture takes place at Hocine Ait Ahmed Stadium, a ground that has been a genuine fortress for Algeria in recent years. The Fennec Foxes have not lost at home in over two years, and with this being part of the September and October international window, both sides are rounding off a busy schedule. For Algeria, it is a chance to restore confidence after the Burundi stumble. For Niger, it is a test of character and a measure of where Neghiz has taken them in his short time in charge.

Team News

Algeria have one notable concern heading in, while Niger face a decision or two at the back. Here is what we know from both camps.

• Himad Abdelli was forced off before half time in the Burundi draw and his availability here is in doubt. Even if he is fit, he is unlikely to start with Adem Zorgane ready to come in for his 26th international cap.
• Mohamed Belloumi is in fine fettle, directly involved in five goals across his last six appearances for club and country. The Hull City man is one to watch in this one.
• For Niger, Aboubacar Camara shook off an injury scare to feature against Gabon but looks set to make way here, with Najeeb Yakubu expected to come in at right back.
• Oumar Sako is Niger’s most dangerous outlet, having scored three of their last four goals. He will need to be at his best if they are to cause any problems.

Predicted Lineups

Hemdani looks likely to make one enforced change with Zorgane stepping in for Abdelli, but otherwise this should be a strong Algeria side. Belloumi keeps his place off the back of his goal against Burundi and the front line has enough quality to cause Niger real problems.

Algeria (expected): Ramdane; Hadjam, Touba, Abada, Redouani; Chaibi, Zorgane; Boulbina, Maza, Belloumi; Kebbal

Niger look set to shuffle their defensive unit with Yakubu coming in, while Sako drops deep into the back line in what appears to be a fairly pragmatic setup from Neghiz. Whether the formation is designed to frustrate or to hit on the counter remains to be seen.

Niger (expected): Kassali; Yakubu, Abdouramane, Sako, Alhassane; Mohamed, Oumarou; Amoustapha, Badamassi, Wonkoye; Sosah

Recent Form

Algeria’s form in 2026 competitive football has been inconsistent, if we are being honest. Three wins, two draws and three defeats in competitive matches this year is not the kind of record that inspires total confidence, and that draw with Burundi summed up the inconsistency. Falling two behind to a side ranked below you, then scrambling back for a point, is not the profile of a side that has everything clicking. The lack of back to back wins since January tells its own story.

But in friendlies, Algeria look like a completely different unit. Unbeaten in six, winning five of them, with only a goalless draw against Uruguay interrupting that sequence. There is clearly a difference in mentality or personnel selection when the pressure of qualifiers is lifted, and on home soil in a friendly, Algeria are genuinely comfortable. The crowd will be behind them, the stakes are lower and they have more than enough quality to impose themselves.

Niger’s numbers are stark. One win in eight matches, only one clean sheet across that run, and they have failed to score in four of those games. That is a side that is genuinely struggling at both ends of the pitch, and a trip to face Algeria is not the easiest fixture to use as a confidence builder. The defeat to Gabon underlined that the opening win over Lesotho might have papered over some cracks rather than representing genuine progress.

Head-to-Head Record

Algeria hold a commanding record in this fixture, losing just once in their last 12 meetings with Niger. That solitary defeat came on the road, and at home the Fennec Foxes have been dominant across their recent encounters. Niger have struggled to take anything from games against Algeria regardless of the format, and given how the two sides are set up right now, there is nothing in the head to head record that suggests tonight should be any different.

The only note of caution Algeria’s camp would have is that familiar opponents can occasionally spring a surprise when the occasion calls for it, and Neghiz knowing the Algerian setup inside out adds a small degree of intrigue. But on quality alone, Algeria should win this comfortably.

Key Stats

• Algeria are unbeaten in six international friendlies, winning five, since November.
• Algeria have not lost at home in over two years, their last defeat on home soil coming against Guinea in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
• Niger have failed to win any of their last 12 away friendlies across the past five years, a run stretching back half a decade without a single victory on the road in warm up matches.

Algeria vs Niger Betting Tips

This is a fixture that sets up very cleanly from a betting perspective. Algeria are the better side by a significant margin, they are at home, they are in fine friendly form, and Niger are struggling to score let alone win. The angle here is Algeria to win with plenty of goals, and a few of the individual markets look well worth exploring given the likely flow of the game.

Correct Score Prediction

Algeria 3-0 Niger looks the standout call. Niger’s inability to score in four of their last eight matches, combined with Algeria’s attacking quality and the comfort of a home friendly, points toward a clean sheet for the hosts and a comfortable winning margin. Three goals feels right given the gap in quality.

Both Teams To Score (BTTS) Prediction

No. Niger have looked toothless going forward, failing to score in half of their recent outings, and Algeria’s back four should be well organised enough to keep them quiet. Algeria will score, but the value is firmly on Niger failing to get on the scoresheet here.

Cards Prediction

This is a friendly rather than a high stakes qualifier, so expect referees to manage the game without letting things boil over. Niger may pick up a booking or two if they resort to cynical fouls to disrupt Algeria’s rhythm, but overall the card count should be modest. Under four total bookings looks the sensible play for a game that should be relatively one sided and low on friction.

First Goalscorer Prediction

Mohamed Belloumi is the pick here. He scored against Burundi in the last outing, he has been directly involved in five goals across his last six appearances for club and country, and he plays in a position that puts him right at the heart of Algeria’s attacking play. He looks in form, he is confident and this is exactly the type of fixture where he can stamp his authority on the game early.

Corners Prediction

Algeria will have the lion’s share of possession and will press forward with intent throughout. Niger are likely to sit back and defend in numbers, which means the hosts will be probing and looking for openings wide. Expect Algeria to rack up a healthy number of corners as they look to break down a defensive Niger shape. Over eight corners in the match looks a solid call.

Bet Builder Tip

These three picks tell the same story: Algeria win it comfortably, keep a clean sheet, and Belloumi gets the party started early.

Final Match Prediction

Everything points toward a comfortable Algeria victory here. They are at home, in strong friendly form, they have the attacking quality to trouble any side at this level and Niger simply do not have the firepower to threaten them on current form. Neghiz will know better than most how Algeria operate, but knowing your opponent and being able to stop them are very different things when the quality gap is this clear.

Algeria 3-0 Niger is the call. The Fennec Foxes to put on a show in front of their own fans, Belloumi to get on the scoresheet, and Niger to leave without anything to show for it. A professional performance, a clean sheet and three goals should be more than achievable for Hemdani’s side tonight.

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