Nigeria, ranked 26th, hosts 104th-ranked Madagascar in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria is in strong form with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last 5 matches, scoring 9 goals, while Madagascar struggles with 0 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, netting only 4 goals. Historically, their encounters have seen Nigeria winning two of three, but with a recent trend towards tighter scoring, this match may also reflect that pattern.
Both teams to score: Yes
Both teams to score · est. odds 1.52
Both teams have shown a tendency to score in recent matches, with Nigeria averaging 1.8 goals per game in their last 5 fixtures and Madagascar managing to score in 3 of their last 5. The head-to-head results also indicate that both teams can find the net, making 'Both Teams to Score' a plausible outcome.
Under 3.5 goals
Goals · est. odds 1.92
Both teams have demonstrated modest scoring capabilities, with Nigeria allowing only 1 goal in their last 5 matches and Madagascar scoring just 4 goals in their last 5. The recent head-to-head encounters also suggest low-scoring affairs, making the under 3.5 goals market a fitting choice.
Probabilities come from Spotip's AI model using form, standings, head-to-head and market data. They are estimates, not guarantees.
Formation 4-3-3 · Éric Chelle
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Formation 3-4-3
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Nigeria wins
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Madagascar wins
Nigeria and Madagascar finished 2-1 in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.
Nigeria have 1 win, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 3 matches. Madagascar have 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 1 matches.
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