World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso

Sierra Leone host Burkina Faso in this World Cup qualifying meeting, with kick-off set for 12:00 on Wednesday 8 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Don’t Underestimate Sierra Leone

We’re going for Sierra Leone on the Asian Handicap +1 at -133 and feel confident that the underdogs can win or draw when clashing with Burkina Faso. However, a one-goal defeat would see our stake refunded.

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2-2 Draw When Teams Last Clashed

Sierra Leone landed a World Cup qualifying home win in their last game, overcoming Ethiopia by a 2-0 scoreline.

Burkina Faso drew their previous game which was at home in the World Cup qualifier. The action ended 0-0 against Egypt.

Head-to-Head Statistics

There was a 2-2 draw when the sides last met, with Sierra Leone travelling to Burkina Faso.

Africa World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Burkina Faso	8	4	3	1	19	7	12	19:7	15
3	Sierra Leone	8	3	3	2	10	8	2	10:8	12

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Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso Prediction & Betting Tips

We’ve lined up expert Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso betting tips, from our main match prediction and correct score call to bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.

Match Prediction

In order for our Sierra Leone +1 bet to land at -133, we need the underdogs to win or draw this World Cup qualifying game. We think they’ll make the game competitive and feel confident with this Asian Handicap wager.

The team news that filters through can have a knock-on effect as far as the World Cup qualifying odds are concerned. We use this information along with the form guide, while the latest stats are also taken into consideration when making football predictions.

Key Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso stats:

The +1 line has been covered by Sierra Leone in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
The +1 line has been covered by Sierra Leone in 7 of their last 10 games at home.
The +1 line has been covered by Sierra Leone in 2 consecutive games.
The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Burkina Faso in 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Burkina Faso in 14 of their last 20 games.

Sierra Leone +1 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 57.1% chance of winning. However, our experts have this number between 60-65% based on their in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Published 18:07, 06 October 2025

Correct Score Prediction

Sierra Leone Sierra Leone logo

1 - 1 Burkina Faso logo

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When it comes to the correct score, we’re going to take a chance on a 1-1 outcome. We’ll go for the +410 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Sierra Leone +1 -133

Total Goals Under 2.5 -200

Both Team To Score Yes +140

It’s great fun to place a same-game multi and our picks are Sierra Leone with the +1 Asian Handicap, less than three goals to be registered and also Both Teams to Score.

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Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso 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 Match Odds Suggest Burkina Faso Victory

The bookmakers have Burkina Faso at -179 when it comes to 1x2. This suggests that the favourites have a 64% chance of winning this World Cup qualifying clash based on the betting odds. If you want to wager on the underdog, Sierra Leone have been priced up at +550.

As the name suggests, the Half-Time Result market is settled at the break. Should you take this option, then you can choose between Burkina Faso at +116, Sierra Leone at +550 or the draw at +114.

Under 2.5 Goals is operating at the shortest price for those anticipating two or less goals. An alternative approach is playing the BTTS market and going for the -204 about Both Teams to Score No.

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Head to Head

Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso

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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Sierra Leone Stats

Burkina Faso Stats

Full-Time Result

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

Full-Time Result

6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.30 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 2.40 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 5 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 2.20 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches

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Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso Lineups & Team News

Be smart with your bets — check the Sierra Leone vs Burkina Faso team news beforehand. We’ll keep you informed with the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups and current injury news.