Best third-placed teams: Algeria and Senegal's qualifying hopes | OneFootball

The battle for the last tickets to the World Cup round of 16 promises to be fierce.

With a possible repechage spot in sight, Algeria and Senegal remain in a favorable position to finish among the eight best third-placed teams. Football Meets Data’s projections give us a clearer picture of their qualification chances.

Unfortunately for the Fennecs and the Lions of Teranga, South Africa’s hard-fought 1-0 win over South Korea has reduced their margin for error.

With three points on the board, Algeria still has its fate in its own hands (72% chance): a win would secure second place in the group, while a defeat could send them crashing out.

The situation is more delicate for Senegal (69%), still stuck on zero points. Pape Thiaw’s men must beat Iraq and also improve their goal difference (-3).

For their part, Scott McTominay’s Scotland (41%) has probably used up its joker after a heavy 3-0 defeat to Brazil. 

Belgium (49%) and Uruguay (30%), both stuck on two points, must win.

Willian Pacho’s Ecuador (26%) needs a major upset against Germany.

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