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In the Africa Cup of Nations qualification, Lesotho will face Gabon. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, and will kick off at 15:00 Central European Time. Dailysports analysts have prepared a preview for this encounter.
Lesotho
The national team did not compete in the last Africa Cup of Nations and risks missing out on the next one. Their qualifying campaign has not started well. In the first round, the team suffered a 1-3 defeat to Central Africa without much of a chance. A few days later, they faced Morocco in a tense match. Although Lesotho defended well, the Moroccan pressure was overwhelming. Morocco scored the winning goal in stoppage time, clinching a 1-0 victory.
In their last match against Gabon, they managed a 0-0 draw, despite Gabon playing better but failing to capitalize on their chances. As a result, Lesotho currently has only one point and sits at the bottom of the group. A victory in this match is crucial if they wish to stay in contention for the Africa Cup of Nations finals.
Gabon
Gabon unexpectedly dropped points in their last match against Lesotho. As clear favorites, they created many chances but failed to score, resulting in a goalless draw. Overall, Gabon's qualification campaign began with a heavy 1-4 loss to Morocco. However, they bounced back a few days later, defeating Central Africa 2-0, which allowed them to overtake them in the standings.
However, it is still too early to talk about qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations, as three matches are still ahead. Gabon must secure a victory against Lesotho to extend their lead over their direct competitors. Unfortunately, their leader, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, will miss these matches, which is likely to negatively impact the team and their results.
Match Facts
- Lesotho has not won in their last seven matches.
- Lesotho has scored one or fewer goals in their last seven matches.
Probable Lineups
- Lesotho: Moerane; Sefoli, Mahele, Raseutlunca, Matsoele; Lebokollane, Toloane; Malane, Bereng, Taba-Nco; Makateny
- Gabon: Mbaba; Oyono, Apindangoye, Muketu-Mussunda, Mbula; Babue, Lemina, Kanga; Allevina, Babika, Bouanga
Head-to-Head
The last match ended in a 0-0 draw. However, in their five encounters, Gabon has won three times, while two matches ended in draws.
Prediction
Gabon failed to defeat Lesotho in their first match, despite playing better and deserving to win. I don’t think anything will change significantly in this match. Gabon is the favorite, and I will place my bet on the away team to win with odds of 1.58.
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