Zimbabwe vs Rwanda Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 Sep 2025

World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Zimbabwe vs Rwanda

Zimbabwe host Rwanda in this World Cup qualifying meeting, with kick-off set for 09:00 on Tuesday 9 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Get Ready for a Low-Scoring Encounter

We can make an argument for betting Under 2.5 when it comes to Total Goals. The stats imply that Zimbabwe and Rwanda could fall short of this total and the price of -163 looks a value one.

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Goalless Draw in Last H2H Battle

Zimbabwe lost away from home in their last game. Benin won 1-0 in the World Cup qualifier.

Rwanda lost away from home in their previous game. Nigeria won 1-0 in the World Cup qualifier.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Rwanda were at home when the teams last met and it was a 0-0 draw versus Zimbabwe.

Africa World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
5	Rwanda	10	3	2	5	5	9	-4	5:9	11
6	Zimbabwe	10	0	5	5	5	12	-7	5:12	5

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Confirmed Lineups

Zimbabwe confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Washington Arubi (GK), Emmanuel Jalai, Munashe Garananga, John Takwara, Jordan Zemura, Marshall Munetsi, Knowledge Musona, Prosper Padera, Tawanda Maswanhise, Tawanda Chirewa, Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya.

Rwanda confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Fiacre Ntwari (GK), Phanuel Kavita, Ange Mutsinzi, Thierry Manzi, Claude Niyomugabo, Bonheur Mugisha, Kevin Muhire, Djihad Bizimana, Gilbert Mugisha, Jojea Kwizera, Abeddy Biramahire.

Zimbabwe vs Rwanda Prediction & Betting Tips

The Zimbabwe vs Rwanda betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

We don’t anticipate that the sides can combine to reach the three-goal mark and that means wagering Under 2.5 Goals. The odds of -163 look easy to back when it comes to a low-scoring World Cup qualifying encounter.

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 Zimbabwe vs Rwanda stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Zimbabwe games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 12 Zimbabwe games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Zimbabwe games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Rwanda games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 11 of the last 14 Rwanda games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Rwanda games.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 61.9% likelihood of our pick winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 65-70%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

If you’re hunting larger odds, there’s the opportunity to not only back the Under 2.5 Goals selection but also back a specific team to win. The Result & Total Goals market presents this opportunity.

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Our Match Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals @ -163 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Zimbabwe 1 - 1 Rwanda

There are odds of +320 available that we see a 1-1 scoreline played out. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.

Zimbabwe vs Rwanda 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.

Bookies Expecting Tight Affair

This World Cup qualifying encounter sees Rwanda available at +195 and Zimbabwe priced at +210 for the victory. If you want to back the game to finish level, the bookies have odds of +135 about the draw.

A win for Rwanda would see a full payout on the Asian Handicap -0.25 option. You can get +135 that they overcome Zimbabwe going down this route and half stake refunded if it’s a draw.

Under 2.5 Goals is available as the favourite and a bet on this pick means that you don’t want more than two goals to be netted. 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 -217.

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Full-Time Result

1

+210

X

+135

2

+195

Half-Time Result

1

+300

X

-135

2

+280

Double Chance

1X

-303

12

-200

X2

-333

Draw No Bet

1

-112

2

-125

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-185

2 Hcp -0.25

+135

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-400

Over 2.5

+250

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+148

No

-217

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Zimbabwe Stats

Rwanda Stats

Full-Time Result

• 2 wins, 3 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 2 wins, 2 defeats and 6 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

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

Goals

• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home 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 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 1.80 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 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches

Zimbabwe vs Rwanda Lineups & Team News

Check the Zimbabwe vs Rwanda team news before you place your bets. Receive the confirmed lineups for the World Cup qualifier plus the newest injury updates.