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Switzerland vs Algeria: 2-0 result and AI prediction review

SwitzerlandSwitzerland2 – 0AlgeriaAlgeria

Review: prediction vs result

1X2 outcome correctExact score missedMost likely score before kick-off : 3-0

Final score: Switzerland 2-0 Algeria. The AI called the outcome correctly: it rated victory for Switzerland at 68%. The final score ranked 3rd among the most likely scorelines (8.5%), behind 3-0. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (52%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (80%): missed.

Match analysis

Switzerland and Algeria met on Friday, July 3, 2026, a FIFA World Cup fixture. Venue: BC Place, Vancouver. Before kick-off, our model gave Switzerland a 68% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Algeria 14%. On the correct score, 3-0 comes out on top (10.0%), followed by 4-0 (8.9%) and 2-0 (8.5%).

Switzerland are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws), scoring 12 and conceding 5. Over their last 5 matches, Algeria have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring 10 and conceding 7. Both sides come in with similar form. On average Switzerland score 2.40 and concede 1.00 goals per game; Algeria score 2.00 and concede 1.40. In the table, Switzerland sit 1st with 7 points from 3 games, Algeria 6th with 4 points from 3. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Switzerland have averaged 2.12 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.27 for Algeria.

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Switzerland and Algeria: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. Algeria: M. Amoura. In double chance terms, "Switzerland or draw" stands at 86%, "Algeria or draw" at 32% and "no draw" at 82%.

In short : Switzerland tops their group with 7 points from 3 matches and a +4 goal difference, while Algeria sits sixth with 4 points and a -2 goal difference. Switzerland's superior expected goals average (2.12 vs 1.27) and unbeaten record suggest a significant advantage in this World Cup encounter.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

68%
Switzerland (Win)
18%
Draw
14%
Algeria (Win)

Double chance

86%
Switzerland or draw
32%
Algeria or draw
82%
No draw

Most likely correct scores

Scores shown as Switzerland – Algeria. 3-0 is the single most likely scoreline (10.0%); the 5 scores below add up to 42% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.

ScoreProbability
Switzerland 3-0 Algeria10.0%
Switzerland 4-0 Algeria8.9%
Switzerland 2-0 Algeria8.5%
Switzerland 3-1 Algeria7.6%
Switzerland 4-1 Algeria6.8%

Goals: both teams to score, over/under

With 3.55 expected goals for Switzerland and 0.76 for Algeria, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 80% and "both teams to score" at 52%. Goals look likely in this one. Switzerland keep a clean sheet in 47% of scenarios, Algeria in 3%.

Probability
Switzerland expected goals3.55
Algeria expected goals0.76
Both teams to score52%
Over 1.5 goals93%
Over 2.5 goals80%
Over 3.5 goals63%
Switzerland clean sheet47%
Algeria clean sheet3%

Recent form

Latest matches played before this game in the competitions Elofoot covers.

Switzerland

DateOpponentScore
Jun 24, 2026Canada · FIFA World Cup2-1W
Jun 18, 2026Bosnia & Herzegovina · FIFA World Cup4-1W
Jun 13, 2026Qatar · FIFA World Cup1-1D
Jun 6, 2026Australia · International Friendlies1-1D
May 31, 2026Jordan · International Friendlies4-1W

Algeria

DateOpponentScore
Jun 28, 2026Austria · FIFA World Cup3-3D
Jun 23, 2026Jordan · FIFA World Cup2-1W
Jun 17, 2026Argentina · FIFA World Cup0-3L
Jun 11, 2026Bolivia · International Friendlies4-0W
Jun 3, 2026Netherlands · International Friendlies1-0W

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
Switzerland173
Algeria643

Head-to-head

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Switzerland and Algeria: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.

Out and doubtful

Switzerland

No absences reported.

Algeria

  • M. Amoura (out)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Switzerland vs Algeria prediction?

Before the match, our AI gave Switzerland a 68% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Algeria 14%. Switzerland are therefore favourites. Final score: 2-0.

What is the most likely correct score for Switzerland vs Algeria?

3-0 (10.0%), followed by 4-0 (8.9%), 2-0 (8.5%), 3-1 (7.6%) and 4-1 (6.8%).

Will both teams score in Switzerland vs Algeria?

The probability that both Switzerland and Algeria score is 52%. Switzerland have a 47% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Algeria 3%.

How many goals should we expect in Switzerland vs Algeria?

The model expects 4.31 goals (3.55 for Switzerland, 0.76 for Algeria). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 93%, over 2.5 goals 80%, over 3.5 goals 63%.

When and where is Switzerland vs Algeria played?

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 04:00 (UK time), FIFA World Cup. Venue: BC Place, Vancouver.

What form are Switzerland and Algeria in?

Switzerland: 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (12 scored, 5 conceded). Algeria: 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 7 conceded).

What was the Switzerland vs Algeria result, and was the prediction right?

Final score: Switzerland 2-0 Algeria. The AI called the outcome correctly: it rated victory for Switzerland at 68%. The final score ranked 3rd among the most likely scorelines (8.5%), behind 3-0. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (52%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (80%): missed.

How is the Switzerland vs Algeria prediction calculated?

The model estimates each team's expected goals (3.55 for Switzerland, 0.76 for Algeria) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.

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