Benin vs Botswana Live Stream & Betting Tips - Benin Backed to Win at AFCON
Benin and Botswana are set to clash at AFCON 2023, with Benin aiming for victory following a decent performance in their opener. Key players returning from suspension strengthen their squad. Conversely, Botswana is struggling, having lost five out of their last six games, including a 3-0 defeat to Senegal. Benin's strong defense and improved squad are expected to secure them three points in Rabat.
- Botswana have lost 5 of their last 6 matches
- The Zebras lost 3-0 to Senegal in their AFCON opener
- Watch Benin vs Botswana live from Rabat
Benin competed well in their opener at AFCON, the opposite true for Botswana who were comprehensively outplayed. The Cheetahs get some important players back here and can take all three points in Rabat.
Key Stats - Botswana in Poor Form
- Benin have won to nil in 3 of their last 5 competitive matches.
- Botswana have lost 5 of their last 6 matches.
- Botswana have lost to nil in 3 of their last 4 competitive matches.
HTH - First Clash
This will be the first match between Benin and Botswana.
Benin go Close at AFCON
Benin went close to qualifying for the World Cup, missing out on the second round on goal difference. They lost 4-0 in Nigeria on the final matchday, finishing third in group C.
Gernot Rohr’s side played one game in Morocco to warm up for AFCON, losing 3-0 against Burkina Faso.
The Cheetahs went close in their opening match, a 1-0 defeat against DR Congo. They controlled the ball but failed to make the most of their chances, ending with 12-11 shots.
Benin Predicted Line Up & Squad
Benin (4-3-3) Saturnin Allagbe; Rachid Moumini, Olivier Verdon, Mohamed Tijani, David Kiki; Sessi D'Almeida, Dodo Dokou, Matteo Ahlinvi; Jodel Dossou, Steve Mounie, Junior Olaitan
Andreas Hountondji and Cedric Hountondji both withdrew due to and goalkeeper Marcel Dandjinou was a late withdrawal.
Gernot Rohr welcomes back four players who were suspended for the game against DR Congo including Mohamed Tijani, Junior Olaitan and captain Steve Mounie.
| Pos. | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Saturnin Allagbe | Chauray |
| GK | Serge Obassa | Remo Stars |
| DF | David Kiki | FCSB |
| DF | Olivier Verdon | Ludogorets |
| DF | Yohan Roche | Petrolul Ploiești |
| DF | Mohamed Tijani | Yverdon-Sport |
| DF | Rachid Moumini | Sumgayit |
| DF | Tamimou Ouorou | Unattached |
| DF | Charlemagne Azongnitode | Oulu |
| MF | Jodel Dossou | Pays du Valois |
| MF | Sessi D'Almeida | Neftci |
| MF | Junior Olaitan | Goztepe |
| MF | Hassane Imourane | Grasshopper |
| MF | Matteo Ahlinvi | Arsenal Tula |
| MF | Dodo Dokou | Leixoes |
| MF | Rodrigue Fassinou | Coton |
| MF | Rodrigue Kossi | Hassania Agadir |
| MF | Attidjikou Samadou | Smouha |
| MF | Razack Rachidou | Kustosija |
| MF | Romaric Amoussou | ASEC Mimosas |
| MF | Gislain Ahoudo | AS Gabrs |
| MF | Olatoundji Tessilimi | SJK |
| MF | Mariano Ahouangbo | Olimpija Ljubljana |
| MF | Rodolfo Aloko | Kustosija |
| MF | Felipe Santos | Araz-Naxcivan |
| FW | Steve Mounie | Alanyaspor |
| FW | Aiyegun Tosin | Lorient |
| FW | Adam Akimey | Helsingborg |
Botswana Beaten Convincingly
Botswana never looked like qualifying for the World Cup, finishing fifth in Group G. Their campaign included a 6-1 loss against Guinea.
The Zebras have only appeared once at AFCON, in 2012 when they lost all three games.
Morena Ramoreboli’s side have been beaten in five of their last six matches. They began the competition with a 3-0 loss against Senegal, ending with 32% possession and 0.17-3.67 xG.
Botswana Predicted Line Up & Squad
Botswana (4-2-3-1) Goitseone Phoko; Thabo Leinanyane, Mosha Gaolaolwe, Thatayaone Ditlhokwe, Mothusi Johnson; Gape Edwin Mohutsiwa, Lebogang Ditsile; Kabelo Seakanyeng, Gilbert Baruti, Thabang Sesinyi; Tumisang Orebonye
Thabang Sesinyi suffered a muscle strain against Senegal and is considered doubtful.
| Pos. | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Goitseone Phoko | Jwaneng Galaxy |
| GK | Lesenya Malapela | Orapa United |
| GK | Kabelo Maphakela | Mochudi Centre Chiefs |
| DF | Mosha Gaolaolwe | Township Rollers |
| DF | Thatayaone Ditlhokwe | Al-Ittihad |
| DF | Tebogo Kopelang | Jwaneng Galaxy |
| DF | Mothusi Johnson | Gaborone United |
| DF | Alford Velaphi | Gaborone United |
| DF | Kitso Mangolo | Mochudi Centre Chiefs |
| DF | Thabo Leinanyane | Jwaneng Galaxy |
| DF | Kemoneetswe Mmangwedi | TAFIC |
| MF | Lebogang Ditsele | Gaborone United |
| MF | Segolame Boy | Township Rollers |
| MF | Thero Setsile | Jwaneng Galaxy |
| MF | Gape Mohutsiwa | MC Oran |
| MF | Godiraone Modingwane | Botswana Defence Force |
| MF | Gilbert Baruti | Jwaneng Galaxy |
| MF | Gift Moyo | Jwaneng Galaxy |
| MF | Koketso Majafi | Orapa United |
| MF | Renei Batlokwa | Maldon & Tiptree |
| MF | Theo Shadikong | TAFIC |
| FW | Kabelo Seakanyeng | Maghreb of Fez |
| FW | Tumisang Orebonye | Al-Ittihad |
| FW | Tshepo Keselebale | Security Systems |
| FW | Godfrey Tauyatswala | Township Rollers |
Verdict
Botswana were thrashed 3-0 by Senegal in their opening match at the Africa Cup of Nations. Benin have players returning from suspension and should be too good in Rabat.
Benin Win
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