Zambia vs Comoros Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 26 Dec 2025

Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Zambia vs Comoros

Zambia meet Comoros in this Africa Cup of Nations Group A encounter at Stade Mohamed V, with kick-off set for 13:30 on Friday 26 December.

We will split our stake on the Asian Handicap between 0 and +0.5 when wagering Comoros +0.25 at -100 against Zambia. We need a victory for a full payout although the draw means a return is on the cards.

Zambia opened their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 1–1 draw against Mali at Stade Mohamed V. Moses Sichone's team enjoyed 47% possession and two shots on target, with Patson Daka registering the goal.

Comoros lost their opening match, suffering a 2–0 defeat to Morocco at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. The Coelacanths finished with just 30% possession and didn’t have any shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between Zambia and Comoros was a 1-1 Africa Cup of Nations draw, with the former on the road.

Africa Cup of Nations		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Comoros	3	0	2	1	0	2	-2	0:2	2
4	Zambia	3	0	2	1	1	4	-3	1:4	2

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Confirmed Lineups

Zambia confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Willard Mwanza (GK), Mathews Banda, Benson Sakala, Dominic Chanda, Lubambo Musonda, Kings Kangwa, Owen Tembo, David Simukonda, Lameck Banda, Patson Daka, Fashion Sakala.

Comoros confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Yannick Pandor (GK), Kenan Toibibou, Ahmed Soilihi, Ismael Boura, Said Bakari, Yacine Bourhane, Zaydou Youssouf, Abdel Hakim Abdallah, Youssouf M'Changama, Myziane Maolida, Rafiki Said.

Zambia vs Comoros Prediction & Betting Tips

We’ve broken down Zambia vs Comoros from every angle, offering our expert match prediction, expected final score, best player prop recommendations and a well-constructed bet builder.

Match Prediction

If you echo our view that Comoros can swerve defeat in this Africa Cup of Nations encounter, then you can take the Coelacanths with a +0.25 goal start at -100. There are strong reasons to back the visitors.

The Africa Cup of Nations injury and suspension data can be utilised to provide expert football betting tips. You can also identify that a stats-led approach is adopted by considering the most important stats.

Key Zambia vs Comoros stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Comoros in 13 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Zambia in 12 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Zambia in 2 consecutive games.

The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 50% chance of winning. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

If you’re in pursuit of bigger odds, then a Bet Builder could be a way forward. Take Comoros to cover the line with additional selections until you’re satisfied with the price.

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Our Match Prediction

Comoros Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -100 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Zambia 0 - 1 Comoros

There are betting odds of +575 that the Coelacanths land a 1-0 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Patson Daka Over 0.5 Shots On Target -147

Patson Daka (Zambia) can be backed at -147 to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal. It’s all about backing him at attractive odds when it comes to the Shots on Target market.

Latest Patson Daka Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+270

First

+550

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-149

Under 0.5

-118

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Rafiki Said to Score +350

Rafiki Said (Comoros) has managed two goals in his past seven games. Based on the numbers, we are looking to bet the +350 for him to find the net on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

Latest Rafiki Said Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+340

First

+750

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-175

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Zambia vs Comoros 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.

With the bookmakers affording them a 44% chance of winning, Zambia might be a popular accumulator selection. Their betting odds are +125 when it comes to this Africa Cup of Nations encounter. If you want to wager on the underdog, Comoros have been priced up at +265.

For those wanting to reduce their risk, Zambia are -200 on the Draw No Bet market. This means a refund if the game ends level, with Comoros being priced up at +138 with the same money back guarantee.

If you think there will be two goals or less during the ninety minutes, then Under 2.5 Goals is a potential option. An alternative approach is playing the BTTS market and going for the -152 about Both Teams to Score No.

The leading football betting sites provide bettors with an abundance of options. For every Africa Cup of Nations match, you’re able to select from hundreds of markets and make the best choice.

Full-Time Result

1

+125

X

+188

2

+265

Half-Time Result

1

+195

X

-103

2

+320

Double Chance

1X

-370

12

-250

X2

-164

Draw No Bet

1

-200

2

+138

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-115

2 Hcp +0.25

-112

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-227

Over 2.5

+165

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+110

No

-152

Those interested in favourite Patson Daka to find the net first are able to get +550. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is +270.

Patson Daka (Zambia)

First

+270

Anytime

+550

Kennedy Musonda (Zambia)

First

+280

Anytime

+600

Fashion Sakala (Zambia)

First

+300

Anytime

+650

Elia Mandanji (Zambia)

First

+320

Anytime

+750

Jack Lahne (Zambia)

First

+330

Anytime

+700

Rafiki Said (Comoros)

First

+340

Anytime

+750

Kings Kangwa (Zambia)

First

+350

Anytime

+800

Youssouf M'Changama (Comoros)

First

+350

Anytime

+800

Lameck Banda (Zambia)

First

+420

Anytime

+900

Faïz Selemani (Comoros)

First

+420

Anytime

+950

Joseph Banda (Zambia)

First

+450

Anytime

+1000

Pascal Phiri (Zambia)

First

+460

Anytime

+1050

Given Kalusa (Zambia)

First

+500

Anytime

+1100

Benson Sakala (Zambia)

First

+650

Anytime

+1300

David Simukonda (Zambia)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Miguel Chaiwa (Zambia)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Wilson Chisala (Zambia)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Benjaloud Youssouf (Comoros)

First

+750

Anytime

+1600

David Hamansenya (Zambia)

First

+850

Anytime

+1900

Lubambo Musonda (Zambia)

First

+900

Anytime

+1800

Ismael Boura (Comoros)

First

+950

Anytime

+2000

Kabaso Chongo (Zambia)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Obino Chisala (Zambia)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Iyad Mohamed (Comoros)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2200

Dominic Chanda (Zambia)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Patson Daka (Zambia)

Over 0.5

-149

Under 0.5

-118

Kennedy Musonda (Zambia)

Over 0.5

-139

Under 0.5

-122

Elia Mandanji (Zambia)

Over 0.5

-125

Under 0.5

-139

Jack Lahne (Zambia)

Over 0.5

-112

Under 0.5

-156

Fashion Sakala (Zambia)

Over 0.5

-111

Under 0.5

-156

Rafiki Said (Comoros)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-175

Kings Kangwa (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-189

Youssouf M'Changama (Comoros)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-204

Faïz Selemani (Comoros)

Over 0.5

+123

Under 0.5

-222

Joseph Banda (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+130

Under 0.5

-238

Lameck Banda (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+135

Under 0.5

-263

Pascal Phiri (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-278

Given Kalusa (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-303

Wilson Chisala (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-455

Miguel Chaiwa (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-476

David Simukonda (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+225

Under 0.5

-500

Benson Sakala (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+240

Under 0.5

-500

Benjaloud Youssouf (Comoros)

Over 0.5

+255

Under 0.5

-588

David Hamansenya (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+270

Under 0.5

-714

Lubambo Musonda (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-833

Kabaso Chongo (Zambia)

Over 0.5

+320

Under 0.5

-833

Ismael Boura (Comoros)

Over 0.5

+330

Under 0.5

-833

Iyad Mohamed (Comoros)

Over 0.5

+390

Under 0.5

-1111

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Zambia Stats

Comoros Stats

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 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 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 3 of the previous 10 away matches

Zambia vs Comoros Lineups & Team News

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