DR Congo vs Benin Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 23 Dec 2025

Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: DR Congo vs Benin

DR Congo take on Benin in this Africa Cup of Nations Group C encounter at Al Barid, with kick-off set for 07:30 on Tuesday 23 December.

We will go for Benin +0.75 on the Asian Handicap at a price of -100. We will divide our stake equally between +0.5 and +1.0 with some confidence that we can see a win or draw against DR Congo.

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DR Congo beat Nigeria on penalties (1-1 AET) in their last game. This was a World Cup qualifying victory at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.

Benin suffered a defeat in their previous match, losing 4–0 away to Nigeria in a World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw DR Congo claim a 2-0 World Cup Qualification home win over Benin.

Africa Cup of Nations		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	DR Congo	3	2	1	0	5	1	4	5:1	7
3	Benin	3	1	0	2	1	4	-3	1:4	3

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Confirmed Lineups

DR Congo confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Lionel Mpasi-Nzau (GK), Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Chancel Mbemba, Axel Tuanzebe, Arthur Masuaku, Samuel Moutoussamy, Theo Bongonda, Edo Kayembe, Noah Sadiki, Nathanael Mbuku, Cedric Bakambu.

Benin confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Saturnin Allagbe (GK), Rachid Moumini, Olivier Verdon, Yohan Roche, Tamimou Ouorou, Sessi D'Almeida, Hassane Imourane, Rodolfo Aloko, Dokou Dodo, Jodel Dossou, Aiyegun Tosin.

DR Congo vs Benin Prediction & Betting Tips

Get ahead of the game with our DR Congo vs Benin betting rundown, featuring our trusted match prediction, likely score outcome, standout player prop plays and a fully loaded bet builder.

Match Prediction

Benin should be highly competitive in this Africa Cup of Nations match. On this basis, we’ll take them at -100 on the Asian Handicap +0.75 feeling optimistic that the Cheetahs will land a payout.

The football recommendations are only made once we have established the latest team news. It’s also important to study the form and investigate the most relevant Africa Cup of Nations stats to get the full picture.

Key DR Congo vs Benin stats:

• The +0.75 line has been covered by Benin in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.75 line has been covered by Benin in 14 of their last 20 games.

Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 50% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

DR Congo 1 - 1 Benin

There’s the option to bet on the two teams to play out a 1-1 draw. Odds of +480 are on offer and this is a correct score wager that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Simon Banza Over 0.5 Shots On Target -159

Simon Banza (DR Congo) can be wagered at -159 to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal. Those wanting to back him should certainly look at the Shots on Target betting odds available.

Latest Simon Banza Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+190

First

+430

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-139

Under 0.5

-125

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Theo Bongonda to Score +185

Theo Bongonda (DR Congo) has registered two goals in his past four matches. It’s worth a gamble on the +185 for him to be Anytime Goalscorer as there’s plenty of juice in these betting odds.

Latest Theo Bongonda Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+210

First

+450

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-123

Under 0.5

-141

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DR Congo vs Benin Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

DR Congo are the -152 favourites on the Full-Time Result. That means a 60% chance of winning this Africa Cup of Nations encounter according to the latest betting odds. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +525 about Benin.

You can take advantage of the Half-Time Result market if you think a team will lead at the break. There's the chance to back DR Congo at +132, go for Benin at +525 or take the draw at +102.

Under 2.5 Goals is operating at the shortest price for those anticipating two or less goals. If you think this points to a low-scoring or one-sided affair, then BTTS No could be an option at -182.

It’s fantastic to find hundreds of markets on offer for Africa Cup of Nations games. You simply need to visit the best sports betting sites and select from the various football options that are presented.

Full-Time Result

1

-152

X

+235

2

+525

Half-Time Result

1

+132

X

+102

2

+525

Double Chance

1X

-833

12

-333

X2

+116

Draw No Bet

1

-526

2

+300

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.75

-115

2 Hcp +0.75

-111

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-217

Over 2.5

+160

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+132

No

-182

Favourite Cédric Bakambu is priced at +370 to be the first player to find the net. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score any time at odds of +170.

Cédric Bakambu (DR Congo)

First

+170

Anytime

+370

Simon Banza (DR Congo)

First

+190

Anytime

+430

Theo Bongonda (DR Congo)

First

+210

Anytime

+450

Fiston Mayele (DR Congo)

First

+215

Anytime

+475

Nathanaël Mbuku (DR Congo)

First

+310

Anytime

+700

Samuel Essende (DR Congo)

First

+320

Anytime

+700

Meschack Elia (DR Congo)

First

+350

Anytime

+700

Michel-Ange Balikwisha (DR Congo)

First

+350

Anytime

+800

Brian Cipenga (DR Congo)

First

+360

Anytime

+750

Steve Mounié (Benin)

First

+400

Anytime

+900

Jodel Dossou (Benin)

First

+525

Anytime

+1100

Edo Kayembe (DR Congo)

First

+525

Anytime

+1100

Aiyegun Tosin (Benin)

First

+550

Anytime

+1200

Romaric Amoussou (Benin)

First

+600

Anytime

+1200

Olatoundji Tessilimi (Benin)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Junior Olaïtan Ishola (Benin)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Razack Rachidou (Benin)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Samuel Moutoussamy (DR Congo)

First

+700

Anytime

+1600

Muhamed Tijani (Benin)

First

+750

Anytime

+1600

Charles Pickel (DR Congo)

First

+900

Anytime

+2000

Rocky Bushiri (DR Congo)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Cédric Bakambu (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

-159

Under 0.5

-111

Simon Banza (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

-139

Under 0.5

-125

Theo Bongonda (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

-123

Under 0.5

-141

Fiston Mayele (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

-122

Under 0.5

-143

Steve Mounié (Benin)

Over 0.5

-116

Under 0.5

-149

Aiyegun Tosin (Benin)

Over 0.5

+120

Under 0.5

-213

Samuel Essende (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

+125

Under 0.5

-222

Nathanaël Mbuku (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

+125

Under 0.5

-222

Jodel Dossou (Benin)

Over 0.5

+135

Under 0.5

-250

Meschack Elia (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

+138

Under 0.5

-250

Olatoundji Tessilimi (Benin)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-278

Junior Olaïtan Ishola (Benin)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-263

Brian Cipenga (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

+150

Under 0.5

-278

Michel-Ange Balikwisha (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-294

Razack Rachidou (Benin)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-333

Romaric Amoussou (Benin)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-333

Edo Kayembe (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-417

Muhamed Tijani (Benin)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-435

Samuel Moutoussamy (DR Congo)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-769

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

DR Congo Stats

Benin Stats

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 matches
• 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

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

Goals

• An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.90 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 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches

DR Congo vs Benin Lineups & Team News

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