All eyes will be on Stade Mimoun Al Arsi as Madagascar and Ghana draw swords in the qualifying rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, 24 March 2025.
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Madagascar vs Ghana predictions: A high-scoring affair
Key stats
- At least three goals were scored in three of Ghana's last four matches.
- Three of Madagascar’s last four home games featured goals at both ends.
- Madagascar conceded first in five of their last six matches.
Correct score prediction: Madagascar 2-2 Ghana
Although Ghana are the favourites, their recent form does not inspire much confidence. The Black Stars have managed only one win in their last eight matches, four of which ended in stalemates.
Considering the spoils were shared in three of Madagascar's last four competitive home games, we believe that both teams will be on level terms at the end of this match.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Ghana are clear favourites
- HOME: 27/10 (3.70) – 27%
- DRAW: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.3%
- AWAY: 5/6 (1.83) – 54.5%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Madagascar have been impressive in their quest for a first FIFA World Cup appearance, earning 10 points from a possible 15.
Corentin Martins’ men are just two points behind group leaders Ghana with five matches left to play.
Ghana, on the other hand, halted their eight-match winless streak with a comfortable 5-0 victory over Chad on Friday.
Although the Black Stars failed to qualify for AFCON 2025, they are on course to secure a place in the World Cup for the fifth time in the last six editions.
With that in mind, Ghana are the expected winners at 5/6 (1.83). Teams with these odds generally have a 54.5% probability of winning.
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We have pointed out that both teams found the net in three of Madagascar's last four home games. On that note, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 11/10 (2.10). That one has a 47.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Ghana to complete the sweep?
Madagascar suffered a 1-0 defeat in the reverse fixture two years ago. However, in the last five meetings between these outfits, both teams have two wins apiece with a draw between them.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 17/11/23
Ghana
Madagascar
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 18/06/23
Madagascar
Ghana
African Nations Championship 15/01/23
Madagascar
Ghana
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 01/06/22
Ghana
Madagascar
COSAFA Cup 25/05/15
Ghana
Madagascar
Madagascar preview: A clean bill of health
Madagascar have no injured or suspended players ahead of this clash, which is good news for Martins' side as they hunt for their first FIFA World Cup appearance.
Predicted lineup: Dupire (GK), Morgan, Fontaine, Marcelin, Rabemananjara, Randrianantenaina, Raveloson, Ilaimaharitra, Couturier, Lapoussin & Caddy.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 24/03/25
L
Ghana
3
Madagascar
0
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 19/03/25
W
Central African Rep
1
Madagascar
4
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 18/11/24
L
Comoros
1
Madagascar
0
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 14/11/24
L
Tunisia
3
Madagascar
2
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 14/10/24
L
Gambia
1
Madagascar
0
Ghana preview: Eyeing back-to-back wins for the first time in nine months
Like their opponents, Ghana have no new injury concerns ahead of this crucial fixture.
Predicted lineup: Asare (GK), Schindler, Djiku, Salisu, Mensah, Partey, Kudus, Williams, Semenyo, Nuamah & Ayew.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 24/03/25
W
Madagascar
0
Ghana
3
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 21/03/25
W
Chad
0
Ghana
5
African Nations C'ship Qualifying 28/12/24
L
Nigeria
3
Ghana
1
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 18/11/24
L
Niger
2
Ghana
1
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 15/11/24
D
Angola
1
Ghana
1
Player to watch: Inaki Williams
Inaki Williams scored his first international goal in the reverse fixture in November 2023. The Athletic Bilbao forward had not scored for Ghana since then, until last weekend, when he found the net in their 5-0 victory over Chad.
On Monday, Williams will look to score in back-to-back international games for the first time in his career.