Gabon vs Ivory Coast Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 Sep 2025

World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Gabon vs Ivory Coast

Gabon host Ivory Coast in this World Cup qualifying meeting, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Tuesday 9 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

We Predict a Tight Affair

The way forward could be to back Gabon with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at +102.5 against Ivory Coast. This means our stake is split between 0 and +0.5, which allows us to land a return with a draw.

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1-0 Ivory Coast Win When Teams Last Clashed

Gabon triumphed in their last game. It was on their travels where Seychelles were beaten 4-0 in the World Cup qualifier.

Ivory Coast claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 1-0 World Cup qualifying win occurred against Burundi.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Ivory Coast triumphed in the most recent encounter between these teams. A 1-0 home win was recorded against Gabon.

Africa World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Ivory Coast	10	8	2	0	25	0	25	25:0	26
2	Gabon	10	8	1	1	22	9	13	22:9	25

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Confirmed Lineups

Gabon confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Loyce Mbaba (GK), Anthony Oyono, Bruno Ecuele Manga, Mick Onfia, Jacques Ekomie, Guelor Kanga, Mario Lemina, Ibrahim Didier Ndong, Jim Allevinah, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Denis Bouanga.

Ivory Coast confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Yahia Fofana (GK), Ghislain Konan, Odilon Kossounou, Evan N'Dicka, Luck Zogbe, Franck Kessie, Ibrahim Sangare, Jean-Philippe Gbamin, Amad, Sebastien Haller, Nicolas Pepe.

Gabon vs Ivory Coast Prediction & Betting Tips

Prepare for Gabon vs Ivory Coast with our expert betting guide featuring a trusted match prediction, a correct score recommendation and a well-crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

Gabon look a good bet in this World Cup qualifying clash and we can back them at +102.5 with a +0.25 goal start. The latest stats suggest that the home team can avoid defeat and potentially triumph.

Getting the lowdown on injuries and studying the World Cup qualifying form guide are important duties ahead of making football predictions. We also place great emphasis on the stats and a data-led approach can sometimes be effective.

Key Gabon vs Ivory Coast stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Gabon in 4 consecutive games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Gabon in 14 of their last 16 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Gabon in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Ivory Coast in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Ivory Coast in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.

Gabon +0.25 Probability

According to the top bookmakers, our pick has a 49.4% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Gabon 1 - 0 Ivory Coast

Our prediction for the correct score is Gabon to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +480. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Gabon vs Ivory Coast 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.

Ivory Coast Trading at Shorter Odds Than Gabon

Ivory Coast are regarded as having a 49% chance of winning this World Cup qualifying clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are +104. The +310 means that Gabon are seen as having the lowest probability of succeeding.

For those wanting an alternative, Ivory Coast are +180 on the Half-Time Result market. This means they need to lead at the break, with Gabon being priced up at +380 and the draw is -108.

For those expecting a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader on the Total Goals market. If you anticipate that one team or more will achieve a shutout, then Both Teams to Score No is -179.

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Full-Time Result

1

+310

X

+180

2

+104

Half-Time Result

1

+380

X

-108

2

+180

Double Chance

1X

-149

12

-278

X2

-526

Draw No Bet

1

+170

2

-263

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.5

-137

2 Hcp -0.5

-100

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-263

Over 2.5

+175

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+125

No

-179

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Gabon Stats

Ivory Coast Stats

Full-Time Result

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

Full-Time Result

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

Goals

• An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.60 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 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 away matches

Gabon vs Ivory Coast Lineups & Team News

Be prepared — check the Gabon vs Ivory Coast team news before wagering. We’ll deliver the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups and the latest injury reports.