Argentina vs Egypt Odds, Tips & Predictions: Messi to Fire Holders into Last Eight

Argentina and Egypt face off today in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

The world champions are the favourites to get the win and book their place in the quarter-finals, but the Egyptians could be a tough nut to crack in Georgia. Check out the Argentina vs Egypt odds, picks, and predictions in this match preview.

Argentina vs Egypt Picks & Preview

Argentina were impressive in the group stage, picking up nine points from a possible nine and scoring eight goals. They started their trophy defence with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Algeria in Kansas City, with Lionel Messi scoring his first-ever World Cup hat-trick.

The Argentinians safely booked their place in the knockout phase with one Group J game spare. Messi grabbed a brace in a 2-0 win against Austria in Arlington. The main man was on target again as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 in their third group game.

Cape Verde were waiting in the Round of 32, and the Blue Sharks proved to be tough opponents for the holders. They came from behind twice, but a late Diney own goal gave the White and Sky Blue a 3-2 win.

Going by the latest Argentina World Cup odds, Lionel Scaloni’s side remain right up there with the bookies’ favourites to lift the trophy. They are looking to become the first nation to retain the World Cup since Brazil in 1962.

Egypt are in the last 16 of a World Cup for the first time since 1934. The Egyptians have been solid in North America so far, and Hossam Hassan’s troops will fancy their chances of causing an upset and progressing to the last eight.

In the group stage, Egypt finished level on five points with Belgium, finishing runners-up on goal difference. The African nation kicked off the campaign with a 1-1 draw with the Belgians in Seattle.

Egypt booked their place in the last 32 with a 3-1 victory over New Zealand in Vancouver, with Mostafa Ziko, Mohamed Salah, and Trezeguet getting the goals. In their final Group G fixture, Egypt drew 1-1 with Iran.

The Pharaohs made history by winning their first-ever World Cup knockout game. They drew 1-1 with Australia in Texas, with the last-32 tie going to extra time then penalties. Egypt held their nerve in the shootout, winning 4-2 to progress to the final 16.

Egypt have done exceptionally well to get this far, and Hassan’s side have remained unbeaten throughout the 2026 World Cup. However, the world champions will be their biggest threat yet, and we fancy the holders to edge a tight Round-of-16 tie in Georgia.

Egypt can get on the scoresheet in this one, so check out 10Bet’s World Cup odds of 12/5 for Argentina to win and both teams to score.

Our Prediction: Argentina to Win & Both Teams to Score – 12/5

Argentina vs Egypt Odds & Picks

Lionel Messi is right up there in the World Cup Golden Boot odds to finish as the tournament’s top scorer. Despite turning 39, the Inter Miami ace has been sensational in North America, scoring seven times.

Messi has scored in every fixture at this World Cup, taking his total Argentina tally to 124 goals. As he looks to win the Golden Boot for the first time, the Argentina captain will be desperate to keep his incredible scoring run going.

Messi could be too hot for the Egyptian defence to handle in Atlanta, and there is excellent value in 10Bet’s 7/2 for the famous No. 10 to score two or more goals.

Our Prediction: Lionel Messi to Score 2+ Goals – 7/2

Odds taken from 10Bet at 09:00 UK time, on July 7