Argentina lock horns with Angola in a friendly at the Estadio 11 de Novembro on Friday. It will mark the nations’ first meeting since a 2-0 Albiceleste win back in 2006. For Angola, it offers a valuable test ahead of next month’s Africa Cup of Nations. Meanwhile, Argentina will use the fixture as part of their long-term preparation for defending their World Cup crown in 2026.
Angola enter the match after wrapping up a frustrating World Cup qualifying campaign, where too many draws left them fourth in Group D. Despite losing just twice across 10 matches, their six stalemates proved costly, leaving them far off the pace required to contend for a World Cup return. With qualification over, the focus now shifts to rebuilding confidence and sharpening their structure ahead of AFCON.
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| Bets | Moneyline | Moneyline |
| Full Time Result | Angola: +1600, Argentina: -600 | Draw: +550 |
| Draw No Bet | Angola: +1000 | Argentina: -3500 |
| Total Goals | Over 2.5: -158 | Under 2.5: +112 |
| Angola to Win and Both Teams to Score | Yes: +3283 | No: +2515 |
| Argentina to Win and Both Teams to Score | Yes: +215 | No: -162 |
(Odds via Fanduel)
Argentina arrive in Angola after cruising through South American qualifying with 12 wins from 18 games to finish nine points clear at the top. A rare slip-up against Ecuador in their final qualifier didn’t derail momentum, as Lionel Scaloni’s squad returned in October with wins over Venezuela and a 6–0 demolition of Puerto Rico.
The Albiceleste have enjoyed a strong 2025, winning seven of their nine matches, and Friday’s friendly will be their last opportunity to fine-tune their preparations this year. The postponed Australia fixture means Angola now serve as their final warm-up opponents before attention turns fully to 2026.
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Given both teams’ recent form, this fixture sets up well for goals. Angola have shown defensive vulnerability in qualifying, conceding in three of their last four competitive matches. Meanwhile, Argentina arrive in goal-scoring rhythm, hitting six past Puerto Rico and netting three against Venezuela in their recent friendlies. With the world champions consistently creating chances and Angola’s back line prone to lapses, the match could be a high-scoring affair.
Argentina’s recent performances suggest they have more than enough firepower to strike in both halves. Scaloni’s side have scored in both halves in two of their last four matches. With an impressive bench featuring attackers who maintain the pressure late in games, Argentina rarely slow down as matches progress. Against Angola side, the world champions should create consistent danger throughout the 90 minutes, making a goal in each half a value pick.
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Given Argentina’s form, squad depth and ability to control matches even when rotated, they will expect to extend their impressive run. Angola’s recent unbeaten streak offers encouragement, but facing the reigning world champions represents a far more demanding test than anything they have encountered in recent months.
Final Prediction: Angola 0-3 Argentina
Bettors can explore a variety of betting options on Fanduel, including full-time results, over/under goals, and player props for this clash.
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