Южный Судан (Ж) vs Argentina W Prediction 18 August 2026
🏀 South Sudan host Argentina in the second round of the Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament. The opening games couldn't have been more different for these two sides: the Africans stunned Brazil with a sensational win, while the South Americans suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of New Zealand. Now, Argentina find themselves in a must-win situation for their remaining two fixtures if they want to keep their Olympic hopes alive. However, they'll need to step up significantly on the offensive end to turn things around. It will be interesting to see what the Albiceleste can produce under pressure.
Head-to-head statistics Южный Судан (Ж) - Argentina W
South Sudan (W) Team Overview
South Sudan made a stunning debut at the tournament, pulling off a dramatic overtime upset against Brazil with a 63-61 victory. The African side showcased their trademark athleticism, dominated the boards, and delivered tenacious defense throughout. Their supremacy in the paint was particularly striking, as they out-rebounded Brazil 20-7 on the offensive glass. Bulgak led the charge offensively, pouring in 25 points. Given the size and physical presence of South Sudan’s centers and forwards, Argentina’s frontcourt is likely to face significant challenges as well. That’s why it’s entirely reasonable for bookmakers to back South Sudan as favorites heading into their clash with Argentina.
Match Results: South Sudan (W)
Argentina (W) Team Overview
Argentina delivered a dismal performance against New Zealand, managing a meager 35 points for the entire game-a tally rarely seen at this level. The South Americans converted just 13 of their 66 field goal attempts and hit only 5 of 38 from beyond the arc. After such an offensive collapse, it's hard to believe the team will bounce back quickly. On the contrary, their shaken confidence, coupled with the emotional volatility often seen in the women’s game, threatens to deepen their struggles. Argentina continue to suffer from a lack of size in the paint and struggle to contain fast breaks. Their main strengths remain veteran chemistry and perimeter shooting, but as we saw, those assets have proven woefully insufficient.
Match Results: Argentina (W)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
South Sudan come into this matchup as favourites, boasting superior athleticism, current form, and impressive mental toughness. If the nominal hosts dictate a fast-paced, physical game, Argentina will struggle to keep up. The gap in rebounding and overall size is likely to prove decisive for the South Americans. While Argentina may stay competitive in the first half thanks to the experience and quality of Chagas, Burani, and Gretter, it’s unlikely they can maintain that level for the full game-South Sudan’s physical edge and momentum from their victory over Brazil should ultimately be telling. We’re backing South Sudan to win with a -5.5 handicap.
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