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World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Mauritania vs South Sudan

Mauritania host South Sudan in this World Cup qualifying fixture, 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.

Goals Could Be in Short Supply

Mauritania and South Sudan could be set for a low-scoring contest, with Under 2.5 looking like a great pick. We can visit the Total Goals market and land odds of -143 for this prediction.

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Goalless Draw in in Previous H2H Clash

Mauritania were winners in their last game, enjoying a 2-0 home triumph over Togo in the World Cup qualifier.

South Sudan lost their previous game, being beaten at home to DR Congo 4-1 in the World Cup qualifier.

Head-to-Head Statistics

A 0-0 draw was the outcome in the previous head-to-head, with Mauritania away to South Sudan.

Africa World Cup Qualification G W D L GF GA GD GD P
4 Mauritania logo Mauritania 7 1 2 4 4 9 -5 4:9 5
6 South Sudan logo South Sudan 7 0 3 4 3 14 -11 3:14 3
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Mauritania vs South Sudan Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the essential Mauritania vs South Sudan betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, correct score guidance and a carefully crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

There’s a definite case for selecting Under 2.5 when it comes to this World Cup qualifying showdown. The sides could be set to contest an encounter with few goals and we’re looking to snap up the price of -143.

We’re always monitoring the World Cup qualifying team news. Combined with the latest form, this helps us secure the best value. Our football experts also take a data-led approach, with the key numbers proving useful.

Key Mauritania vs South Sudan stats:

  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 8 Mauritania games at home.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 Mauritania games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 15 of the last 20 Mauritania games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 South Sudan games on the road.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 14 South Sudan games on the road.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 South Sudan games on the road.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the top bookies, our pick has a 58.8% chance of landing a return. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 65-70%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

Looking for Bigger Odds?

For those searching for a larger price, a possible option could be backing Under 1.5 Goals. This is a wager that will land a return for a 0-0 draw or a 1-0 victory to either side.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Mauritania Mauritania logo 1 - 0 South Sudan logo South Sudan

Mauritania are available at +400 when it comes to them winning 1-0. We like a correct score play and the chance to bag a nice return if our prediction is right.

Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Under 2.5 -143
Full-Time Result Mauritania -300
Both Team To Score No -225

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Mauritania vs South Sudan 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.

Mauritania Heavy Favourites to Win

The latest betting odds suggest that Mauritania are convincing -275 favourites to claim a victory and that means a 73% probability of coming out on top in this World Cup qualifying encounter. For those wanting to back South Sudan, you will find +1000 about the outsider.

Mauritania are -121 to beat South Sudan on the Asian Handicap -1.25. A two-goal victory would be enough for the full payout but you can also get half stakes back for a one-goal win.

For the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this interesting contest. Both Teams to Score No is available at -225 for anyone expecting at least one side to draw a blank.

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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Mauritania logo Mauritania Stats
South Sudan logo South Sudan Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 1 win, 8 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
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Mauritania vs South Sudan Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the Mauritania vs South Sudan team news before placing your bets. We’ll provide the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups along with the latest injury updates.

Previous Mauritania Lineups

05 Sep Africa World Cup Qualification
Mauritania 2-0 Togo
29 Jul Friendlies
Algeria 2-2 Mauritania
10 Jun Friendlies
Burundi 0-0 Mauritania
06 Jun Friendlies
Mauritania 1-2 CAR
25 Mar Africa World Cup Qualification
Mauritania 0-2 Congo
22 Mar Africa World Cup Qualification
Togo 2-2 Mauritania

Previous South Sudan Lineups

05 Sep Africa World Cup Qualification
South Sudan 1-4 Congo
25 Mar Africa World Cup Qualification
Sudan 1-1 South Sudan
21 Mar Africa World Cup Qualification
Congo 1-0 South Sudan
19 Nov Africa Cup of Nations
South Africa 3-0 South Sudan
14 Nov Africa Cup of Nations
South Sudan 3-2 Congo
15 Oct Africa Cup of Nations
South Sudan 1-2 Uganda
FIFA FlagWorld Cup qualifying Table
World Cup Qualification CAF Group A
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Egypt 7 6 1 0 16:2 19
2 Burkina Faso 7 4 2 1 18:7 14
3 Sierra Leone 7 2 3 2 8:8 9
4 Guinea-Bissau 7 1 4 2 6:8 7
5 Ethiopia 7 1 3 3 7:9 6
6 Djibouti 7 0 1 6 4:25 1
World Cup Qualification CAF Group B
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Congo 7 5 1 1 11:3 16
2 Senegal 7 4 3 0 10:1 15
3 Sudan 7 3 3 1 8:4 12
4 Mauritania 7 1 2 4 4:9 5
5 Togo 7 0 4 3 4:9 4
6 South Sudan 7 0 3 4 3:14 3
World Cup Qualification CAF Group C
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 South Africa 7 5 1 1 13:5 16
2 Benin 7 3 2 2 7:7 11
3 Nigeria 7 2 4 1 8:6 10
4 Rwanda 7 2 2 3 4:5 8
5 Lesotho 7 1 3 3 4:8 6
6 Zimbabwe 7 0 4 3 5:10 4
World Cup Qualification CAF Group D
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Cape Verde 7 5 1 1 9:5 16
2 Cameroon 7 4 3 0 15:4 15
3 Libya 7 3 2 2 7:7 11
4 Angola 7 1 4 2 4:5 7
5 Mauritius 7 1 2 4 6:12 5
6 Eswatini 7 0 2 5 4:12 2
World Cup Qualification CAF Group E
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Morocco 6 6 0 0 19:2 18
2 Tanzania 6 3 1 2 6:5 10
3 Zambia 5 2 0 3 9:7 6
4 Niger 5 2 0 3 6:9 6
5 Congo 6 0 1 5 3:20 1
World Cup Qualification CAF Group F
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Ivory Coast 7 6 1 0 15:0 19
2 Gabon 7 6 0 1 16:6 18
3 Burundi 7 3 1 3 13:8 10
4 Gambia 7 2 1 4 15:14 7
5 Kenya 7 1 3 3 12:11 6
6 Seychelles 7 0 0 7 2:34 0
World Cup Qualification CAF Group G
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Algeria 7 6 0 1 19:7 18
2 Uganda 7 4 0 3 10:7 12
3 Mozambique 7 4 0 3 10:15 12
4 Guinea 7 3 1 3 7:5 10
5 Botswana 7 3 0 4 10:11 9
6 Somalia 7 0 1 6 3:14 1
World Cup Qualification CAF Group H
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Tunisia 7 6 1 0 12:0 19
2 Namibia 7 3 3 1 9:4 12
3 Liberia 7 3 1 3 7:7 10
4 Equatorial Guinea 7 3 1 3 7:10 10
5 Malawi 7 3 0 4 6:7 9
6 Sao Tome and P. 7 0 0 7 4:17 0
World Cup Qualification CAF Group I
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Ghana 7 5 1 1 16:6 16
2 Comoros 8 5 0 3 11:10 15
3 Madagascar 7 4 1 2 11:6 13
4 Mali 7 3 3 1 11:4 12
5 CAR 8 1 2 5 8:17 5
6 Chad 7 0 1 6 2:16 1