Benin vs Zimbabwe Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 Sep 2025

World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Benin vs Zimbabwe

Benin host Zimbabwe in this World Cup qualifying fixture, with kick-off set for 12:00 on Friday 5 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Benin can deliver the goods when it comes to Full-Time Result betting and we’ll back them with confidence against Zimbabwe. The odds of -125 look attractive when it comes to the home team.

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Benin were defeated last time out and that was in the World Cup qualifier. They were beaten at home to South Africa by a 2-0 scoreline.

Zimbabwe drew 1-1 in their previous game. This took place on their travels against Nigeria in the World Cup qualifier.

Head-to-Head Statistics

We saw Benin draw 2-2 away against Zimbabwe when the teams last went head-to-head.

Africa World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Benin	10	5	2	3	12	11	1	12:11	17
6	Zimbabwe	10	0	5	5	5	12	-7	5:12	5

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Confirmed Lineups

Benin confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Marcel Dandjinou (GK), Rachid Moumini, Olivier Verdon, Mohamed Tijani, Yohan Roche, Hassane Imourane, Sessi D'Almeida, Junior Olaitan, Rodolfo Aloko, Steve Mounie, Andreas Hountondji.

Zimbabwe confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Washington Arubi (GK), Emmanuel Jalai, Munashe Garananga, Teenage Lingani Hadebe, Divine Lunga, Marvelous Nakamba, Knowledge Musona, Jordan Zemura, Tawanda Maswanhise, Tawanda Chirewa, Tino Kadewere.

Benin vs Zimbabwe Prediction & Betting Tips

This expert Benin vs Zimbabwe betting breakdown features our match prediction, a correct score pick and a carefully constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Match Prediction

Benin look like a standout bet and we’re expecting them to triumph. There are odds of -125 that the home team win this World Cup qualifying clash and we’re confident that this is a value play.

We’re always aware of the injuries and suspensions for each team before we decide which way to go with our football picks. The form and data also help the World Cup qualifying experts at Sportsgambler.com when it comes to a betting view on the action.

Key Benin vs Zimbabwe stats:

• Benin have won 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• Zimbabwe have lost 8 of their last 13 games on the road.
• Zimbabwe have lost 6 of their last 10 games on the road.

The top betting apps make it a 55.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Based on our tipsters research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Benin 1 - 0 Zimbabwe

You can secure odds of +340 that Benin are able to land a 1-0 victory. Correct score betting can provide plenty of fun and it’s a way of landing bigger odds.

Benin vs Zimbabwe Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Favourites Benin are regarded as the likeliest winners for this World Cup qualifying clash. The +120 about them triumphing means a 45% chance of coming out on top based on their current betting odds. If you want to wager on the underdog, Zimbabwe have been priced up at +240.

There are different betting angles when backing Benin including the Asian Handicap -0.25 wager. This is available at -116 and there’s a half stake return if they only draw with Zimbabwe.

Under 2.5 Goals is operating at the shortest price for those anticipating two or less goals. Providing that at least one side fails to score, then the No pick on the Both Teams to Score market will be a winner at -172.

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Full-Time Result

1

+120

X

+195

2

+240

Half-Time Result

1

+205

X

-108

2

+320

Double Chance

1X

-385

12

-303

X2

-175

Draw No Bet

1

-192

2

+132

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-116

2 Hcp +0.25

-116

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-250

Over 2.5

+165

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+120

No

-172

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Benin Stats

Zimbabwe Stats

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 2 wins, 3 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.30 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.60 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches

Benin vs Zimbabwe Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the Benin vs Zimbabwe team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups as well as up-to-date injury news.

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