CAN 2025 / Equatorial Guinea - Algeria: head-to-head history

CAN 2025 / Equatorial Guinea - Algeria: who holds the historical edge?

AFCON 31 December 2025 at 05:05

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

News Editor

CAN 2025 / Equatorial Guinea - Algeria: head-to-head history

31.12.25 FT AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations

Equatorial Guinea

Algeria

Algeria and Equatorial Guinea meet in Rabat for a showdown that, despite appearances, carries a unique flavor. The two nations have clashed only three times in history, with their record perfectly balanced: one Algerian win, one Equatorial Guinean victory, and a draw. The most memorable encounter remains that of January 16, 2022, when Equatorial Guinea defied all odds to claim a 1-0 win at CAN 2021—a shock result that sent tremors across the continent.

Since then, Algeria has turned the tables with a 2-0 win on September 5, 2024, followed by a goalless draw in the return leg, in qualifying matches where every detail mattered. Now, the stage is set for a different scenario: the Fennecs, already qualified and assured of finishing top of the group, are playing to maintain momentum and offer valuable minutes to their squad, while Equatorial Guinea are already eliminated from contention.