Friends, today let’s take a look at the Round of 16 match between world champions Argentina and Egypt in Atlanta. Argentina are truly a top-level team, the world No. 1, the champions, and they have made almost no mistakes so far. Yes, they went into extra time against Cape Verde, but thanks to their squad depth, they have the option to rotate and refresh the side. Messi is on fire with seven goals, still a player who can change the course of a match, and there is quality all over the team — Enzo and Mac Allister control the midfield, Lautaro and Alvarez are up front, and the back line is solid too. They have won eight consecutive World Cup matches against African nations, which is a very serious record. Egypt deserve to have come this far, reaching the Round of 16 for the first time in their history, but right now they are dealing with major injury problems. Their key defensive midfielder is suspended, two of their starting full-backs are out injured, and Salah is also not at full fitness because of a calf injury. He cannot play at full intensity for 90 minutes, and once his impact drops, they are left with almost no other threat going forward. Most of their players play in their home country, so they are not used to this level of pressure for 90 minutes. Argentina will have the ball, keep creating chances, and Egypt’s patched-up defense will not hold up for the full match. The difference in class is simply too big. Argentina should win this comfortably by at least two goals. I’m backing Argentina -1.25 in this match.