Gabon will return to face Mozambique in their second Group F clash at Adrar Stadium in Agadir on Sunday. Mozambique suffered a 1-0 loss to Ivory Coast in their first match, while Gabon were dismissed by Cameroon 1-0.
Needing to win to keep their hopes of progressing in the competition alive, we expect fireworks from both sides this weekend.
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Gabon vs Mozambique predictions: Both sides are seeking to return to winning ways
Key stats
- Gabon are winless in their last two matches.
- The Panthers have failed to score only once in their last four matches.
- Mozambique are winless in their last four fixtures (L3, D1)
- Gabon have won three (L2) of their five head-to-head fixtures.
Correct score prediction: Gabon 2-1 Mozambique
In the aftermath of their losses in their opening encounters, the two sides will be desperate to return to winning ways in their bid to progress into the round of 16 of the competition.
Before they kicked a ball at AFCON, the Panthers were undefeated in five matches, winning four and drawing the other. The same can not be said of the opponents, who have been in poor form for some time. Hence, we are backing Gabon to claim a 2-1 win.
Pre-game odds and win probability: The bookies are backing the Panthers
- HOME: 4/5 (1.80) – 55.6%
- DRAW: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
- AWAY: 16/5 (4.20) – 23.8%
**Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The bookies are backing Aubameyang and his Gabon teammates as the side that are likely to carry the day with odds of 4/5 (1.80), which translates to 55.6% chance for the Gabonese side. For Mozambique, their odds are longer, having been priced 16/5 (4.20), which implies a 23.8% probability of winning on Sunday.
Most recent H2Hs: Gabon holds the edge
As earlier stated, Gabone have emerged victorious in three of their last five meetings. That said, the Mambas can not be totally ruled out as they, as they claimed two victories themselves in that time.
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Gabon Preview: The Panthers will be looking to leverage their advantage
The Panthers will be banking on the qualities of the likes of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Denis Bouanga to steer them past the challenge posed by the Mambas.
Aubameyang and Mario Lemina did not start in their first outing, but we expect Thierry Mouyouma to tinker with his team and give the starting nod to Lemina and Aubameyang.
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Predicted lineup: Mbaba (GK) Oyono, Ecuele Manga, Mouckettou-Mossounda, Ekomia, Openda, Poko, Ndong, Aubameyang, Bouanga & Lemina
Last five matches
- Cameroon 1-0 Gabon
- Nigeria 1-1 Gabon
- Gabon 2-0 Burundi
- Gambia 3-4 Gabon
- Gabon 0-0 Mozambique
Mozambique preview: They are under pressure to deliver
Chiquinho Conde and his charges are carrying the weight of a nation that have been stagnant since making their first appearance at the 1986 tournament in Egypt.
Many have hoped that this would be the year they would finally make it to the round of 16, but they have not started brightly, and they will be looking to change that on Sunday.
Predicted lineup: Siluane (GK), Diogo Calila, Mexer, Mandava, Langa, Kambala, Catamo, Amade, Guima, Ratifo & Witi
Last five matches
- Ivory Coast 1-0 Mozambique
- Angola 4-1 Mozambique
- Chad 2-2 Mozambique
- Morocco 1-0 Mozambique
- Somalia 0-1 Mozambique
Player to watch: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Aubameyang is one of the greatest players in the history of Gabonese football, and he will be desperate to leave a mark on this year's Africa Cup of Nations by helping Gabon with his goals, thereby extending his goals record with the Panthers.
Aubameyang will be aiming to reach the 40-goal mark with Gabon. Photo: Imago | Credit: Panoramic by PsnewZ