Mozambique vs Botswana Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 08 Sep 2025

World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Mozambique vs Botswana

Mozambique host Botswana in this World Cup qualifying game, with kick-off set for 09:00 on Monday 8 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Mozambique Stand Out as a Value Bet

We can’t pass up the opportunity to back Mozambique considering they are +110 to record a victory over Botswana. We’ll take this Full-Time Result bet with confidence based on the available stats.

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Teams’ Last H2H Saw 3-2 Mozambique Win

Mozambique were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 4-0 World Cup qualifying reverse against Uganda.

Botswana suffered a World Cup qualifying defeat in their previous game. A 3-1 scoreline occurred away from home against Algeria.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The most recent head-to-head saw Mozambique claim a 3-2 away win over Botswana.

Africa World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Mozambique	10	6	0	4	14	17	-3	14:17	18
5	Botswana	10	3	1	6	12	16	-4	12:16	10

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Confirmed Lineups

Mozambique confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ernan (GK), Diogo Calila, Mexer, Reinildo, Bruno Langa, Nene, Alfons Amade, Geny Catamo, Guima, Witi, Stanley Ratifo.

Botswana confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Keagile Kgosipula (GK), Alford Velaphi, Tebogo Kopelang, Mosha Gaolaolwe, Kitso Mangolo, Thatayaone Kgamanyane, Lebogang Ditsele, Mothusi Cooper, Thabo Maponda, Rudolph Mpho Kgaswane, Tumisang Orebonye.

Mozambique vs Botswana Prediction & Betting Tips

We dive into the best Mozambique vs Botswana betting angles, including a key match prediction, our correct score forecast and a value-focused bet builder. Read on for the full breakdown.

Match Prediction

Mozambique are priced at +110 to secure a victory and we think these odds look too big. We’re expecting the hosts to land a World Cup qualifying win and a nice potential return could be on the cards.

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football experts have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the World Cup qualifying action.

Key Mozambique vs Botswana stats:

• Mozambique have won 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• Botswana have lost 8 of their last 11 games on the road.
• Botswana have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.

Mozambique to Win Probability

According to the top bookies, our pick has a 47.6% chance of landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 50-55%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Mozambique 2 - 0 Botswana

There are betting odds of +450 that Mozambique land a 2-0 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Mozambique vs Botswana 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.

Latest Odds Suggest Mozambique Win

The Mozambique betting odds are -130 which means that they’re favourites to land victory in this World Cup qualifying encounter. It’s also suggested by the bookies that this team have a 56% chance of winning. Botswana are the outsiders at +360 which suggests a lower likelihood of winning.

Asian Handicap betting is popular and you can wager Mozambique -0.5 at -132 should you want to go for the favourites, with Botswana +0.5 available at -103 and you will also win with the latter if it’s a draw.

The Total Goals price implies that Under 2.5 is the most likely result in this contest. As long as one team or more fails to score, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market will pay out at -143.

The top football betting sites definitely give customers lots of choice. When it comes to World Cup qualifying games, choose from hundreds of markets until you find the most attractive odds.

Full-Time Result

1

-130

X

+225

2

+360

Half-Time Result

1

+145

X

+110

2

+390

Double Chance

1X

-667

12

-357

X2

-111

Draw No Bet

1

-345

2

+225

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-132

2 Hcp +0.5

-103

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-161

Over 2.5

+114

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-100

No

-143

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Mozambique Stats

Botswana Stats

Full-Time Result

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

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 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 1.10 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.60 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 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

Mozambique vs Botswana Lineups & Team News

Double-check the Mozambique vs Botswana team news before placing your bets. We’ll provide the confirmed lineups for the World Cup qualifier plus the latest injury updates.