The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up as African nations battle for qualification. With several crucial fixtures on the horizon, we analyze key matchups, recent forms, and provide insights into what to expect.
Mozambique vs Uganda
- Mozambique Recent Form: WDWLW
- Uganda Recent Form: WWWLW
Both teams have shown strong form recently, making this a highly competitive clash. Uganda has won four of their last five matches, while Mozambique remains solid at home. This game is likely to be a tight contest, with a 1-1 draw the most probable outcome.
Key Insight: Mozambique has been defensively solid at home, while Uganda’s attack has been prolific.
Prediction: Over 1.5
Cape Verde vs Mauritius
- Cape Verde Recent Form: WLLDL
- Mauritius Recent Form: LLLWL
Cape Verde enters this fixture as the clear favorite. Mauritius has struggled in recent games, losing four of their last five. Given Cape Verde’s strength, expect a comfortable 2-0 or 3-0 win for the home side.
Key Insight: Cape Verde has been inconsistent, but their home performances remain strong.
Prediction: Under 3.5
Malawi vs Namibia
- Malawi Recent Form: LLLDW
- Namibia Recent Form: LLLDD
Both teams have struggled for consistency, and this match could go either way. Malawi’s home advantage may give them the edge, but Namibia is resilient. A low-scoring affair is likely, with Malawi possibly edging out a narrow victory.
Key Insight: Namibia is difficult to break down, often drawing games.
Prediction: Under 2.5
Sierra Leone vs Guinea-Bissau
- Sierra Leone Recent Form: LLWDL
- Guinea-Bissau Recent Form: LDDLL
Neither team is in great form, with both sides struggling for wins. This could be a low-scoring draw (1-1) or a narrow win for the visitors.
Key Insight: Sierra Leone has struggled to score, while Guinea-Bissau has defensive weaknesses.
Prediction: Under 2.5
Zimbabwe vs Benin
- Zimbabwe Recent Form: DWWDL
- Benin Recent Form: WWLDD
This is a battle between two teams with mixed results. Zimbabwe will rely on their home advantage, but Benin is a tough opponent. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely result.
Key Insight: Zimbabwe’s defense has been solid at home, while Benin has shown attacking potential.
Prediction: Under 2.5
Gabon vs Seychelles
- Gabon Recent Form: WDWLW
- Seychelles Recent Form: LLDLL
Gabon is heavily favored to win this game, given Seychelles’ poor defensive record. A dominant 3-0 or 4-0 victory is expected for Gabon.
Key Insight: Gabon has a strong home record, while Seychelles concedes heavily.
Prediction: Over 1.5
Gambia vs Kenya
- Gambia Recent Form: LDWLW
- Kenya Recent Form: WLLDD
Both teams have had inconsistent performances recently. Kenya’s defensive approach might help them secure a point in what looks like a 1-1 draw.
Key Insight: Gambia has attacking firepower, but Kenya’s defense is compact.
Prediction: Under 1.5
Libya vs Angola
- Libya Recent Form: LLWWD
- Angola Recent Form: WWWDD
Angola has been in excellent form and will look to extend their unbeaten run. Libya will be tough to break down at home, making a 1-1 draw or narrow Angola win the likely result.
Key Insight: Angola has been unbeaten in five games, while Libya has been strong at home.
Prediction: Under 2.5
Comoros vs Mali
- Comoros Recent Form: DWDWW
- Mali Recent Form: WWDWW
Mali is one of the stronger teams in this group and should control the game. While Comoros is tough at home, Mali’s quality should see them through with a 0-1 or 0-2 victory.
Key Insight: Mali’s attacking power has been consistent, scoring in every recent game.
Prediction: Under 1.5
Caveat: This is purely a prediction based on analysis and should not be considered justification for betting.
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