Gabon have conceded in seven straight matches: prediction for Gabon vs Niger
The second-round Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Gabon and Niger will take place on September 29 in Franceville. Gabon began their qualifying campaign with a 0-2 defeat by Morocco, while Niger made a stronger start by beating Lesotho 2-1.
Gabon: scoring regularly, but let down by their defense
Gabon are going through a difficult spell and have failed to win any of their last six matches. However, they have scored in five of their previous seven games, suggesting that their problems lie less with creating chances and more with their defensive play.
The “Panthers” have conceded in each of their last seven matches. That run included 2-3 defeats by Côte d’Ivoire and Mozambique, as well as a 2-2 draw with Trinidad and Tobago.
Niger: confident start and good attacking output
Niger began their qualifying campaign with a 2-1 victory over Lesotho. Overall, the team look noticeably more stable than their opponents, recording three wins, two draws and just one defeat in their last six matches.
That said, Niger’s defense can hardly be called flawless either. In their last seven matches, the team have kept only one clean sheet — in a goalless draw with Libya.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Gabon have conceded in each of their last seven matches.
- Niger have kept just one clean sheet in their last seven games.
- Both teams scored in three of their last four head-to-head meetings.
Head-to-head history points to more goals: prediction for Gabon vs Niger
Gabon have been extremely inconsistent defensively of late, but they continue to find opportunities to score themselves. Niger also head into this clash in decent attacking form after their win over Lesotho.
The head-to-head record provides an additional argument: three of the last four meetings featured goals from both sides, while their previous encounter in June 2025 turned into a goal-fest, with Niger winning 4-3.
