Gabon will continue their hunt for a first appearance at the FIFA World Cup as they take on Kenya at the Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, 23 March 2025.
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Kenya vs Gabon predictions: Visitors to emerge victorious
Key stats
- Kenya are currently on an eight-match winless streak across all competitions.
- Gabon have won four of five World Cup qualifying games.
- An average of three goals were scored in Gabon's five qualifying games so far.
- Gabon opened the scoring in five of their last six matches.
Correct score prediction: Kenya 1-2 Gabon
Gabon were victorious in four of their last five World Cup qualifying matches. They conceded in three of those victories, two of which ended 2-1.
Additionally, Gabon have a perfect three wins from three away games in the qualifying rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Kenya are bookies’ favourites
- HOME: 31/20 (2.55) – 39.2%
- DRAW: 2/1 (3.00) – 33.3%
- AWAY: 2/1 (3.00) – 33.3%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Although Kenya have no wins in their last eight matches in all competitions, they have held their own against most of their recent opponents. Five of the Harambee Stars’ last six matches ended in stalemates.
As it stands, Kenya are fourth in Group F, seven points behind group leaders Ivory Coast with a 1-3-1 win-draw-loss record. With only five matches left, Benni McCarthy's men need all the points they can get.
On the other hand, second-placed Gabon have earned 12 points from a possible 15, and are just a point behind Ivory Coast.
Despite their recent shortcomings, Kenya are the expected winners at 31/20 (2.55). Teams with these odds usually have a 39.2% probability of winning.
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Moreover, four of Gabon's five qualifying games went above the 2.5-goal line. For this reason, over 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 6/4 (2.50). That one has a 40% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: An evenly contested fixture
This will be the sixth clash between Kenya and Gabon. In their last five encounters, both teams have two wins apiece with a draw between them.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 16/11/23
Gabon
Kenya
Kenya preview: Hoping to get back to winning ways
A stoppage-time goal from William Wilson salvaged a 3-3 draw against Gambia on Thursday, keeping Kenya with a fighting chance in Group F.
The Harambee Stars have no injured or suspended players ahead of this encounter.
Predicted lineup: I. Otieno (GK), E. Otieno, Anyembe, B. Onyango, R. Onyango, Akumu, Athuman, Omondi, Odada, Avire & Olunga.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 23/03/25
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Gabon
2
Kenya
1
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 20/03/25
D
Gambia
3
Kenya
3
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 19/11/24
D
Namibia
0
Kenya
0
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 15/11/24
D
Zimbabwe
1
Kenya
1
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 14/10/24
L
Cameroon
1
Kenya
0
Gabon preview: First World Cup appearance within reach?
An away win will greatly boost Gabon's chances of getting an automatic qualification spot. Like their opponents, there are no major injury concerns for the visiting team.
Predicted lineup: Mbaba (GK), Oyono, Manga, Mboula, Obiang, Kanga, Loufilou, Biteghe, Allevinah, Babicka & Bouanga.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 23/03/25
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Kenya
1
Gabon
2
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 20/03/25
W
Seychelles
0
Gabon
3
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 18/11/24
W
Central African Rep
0
Gabon
1
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 15/11/24
L
Morocco
5
Gabon
1
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 15/10/24
W
Lesotho
0
Gabon
2
Player to watch: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been in sensational form with seven direct goal involvements in his last 10 appearances. The former Arsenal forward has scored three goals in his last four appearances in the World Cup qualifiers. He will be called upon to provide goals this weekend.