Mozambique vs Botswana Predictions & Tips - Mozambique set for tight win
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- Both teams have two points from two draws.
- Mozambique historically dominates Botswana with four wins.
- Key players and team news for both sides highlight strong squads.
Mozambique vs Botswana Preview
Both sides come into this game on two points having drawn their opening two fixtures. Mozambique have missed plenty of chances to win both games though, and they have a superior record against Botswana.
- Mozambique vs Botswana Preview
- Head to Head
- Mozambique Form
- Mozambique Team News & Injuries
- Botswana Form
- Botswana Team News & Injuries
- Mozambique have drawn 3 of their last 5 fixtures (COSAFA Cup).
- Mozambique have scored 3 goals in 5 matches (COSAFA Cup).
- Mozambique have conceded 3 goals in 5 games COSAFA Cup).
- Botswana have drawn 3 of their last 5 fixtures (COSAFA Cup).
- Botswana have scored 2 goals in 5 games (COSAFA Cup).
- Botswana have conceded 2 goals in 5 matches (COSAFA Cup).
Head to Head
Mozambique have won all four previous encounters against Botswana.
Mozambique Form
Mozambique drew 0-0 against Eswatini last weekend, recording their second consecutive draw in the 2024 COSAFA Cup.
Mozambique created chances to score against Eswaitni in both halves of the match but could not put the ball in the back of the net, as they settled for a share of the spoils.
Mozambique had 55% possession and 13 shots in the match, with seven attempts on target.
The Mambas have one win in their last five COSAFA Cup games, including one defeat and three draws. They scored three goals and conceded three.
Mozambique are level on points with all the other teams in their group but will fancy their chances to secure a place in the knockout round as they have a perfect winning record in this competition over Botswana.
Mozambique Team News & Injuries
Chamito Alfandega scored the equaliser against South Africa in their opening Hollywoodbets COSAFA Cup fixture.
Goalkeepers: Acacio Muenane, Armando Doutor, Ananias Tembe
Defenders: Dias Fumo, Edmilson Dove, Ossama Pedro, Francisco Simbine, Valter Dauce, Celton Jamisse, Jeremias Nhambirre, Jose Valipavai
Midfielders: Julio Carrelo, Fernando Jose, Orlando Tembe, Gianluca Lorenzoni, Dario Melo, Momed Ferreira, Miguel Muchanga, Edmundo Joao, Ussene Simango, Abel Joshua
Forwards: Chamito Alfandega, Gabriel Pinho
Botswana Form
Botswana drew 0-0 against South Africa last weekend, their second consecutive goalless draw in this edition of the competition.
Botswana did not create many clear-cut scoring opportunities against South Africa but did enough in each half to frustrate the hosts and earn a point for their efforts.
Botswana had 39% possession and five shots in the match, with zero attempts on target.
The Zebras have secured one victory in their last five COSAFA Cup fixtures, including one loss and three draws. They scored two goals and let in two at the back.
Botswana must rediscover their shooting boots to give themselves a chance of making it through to the next round. However, they have a poor record against Mozambique, losing all four encounters in the COSAFA Cup.
Botswana Team News & Injuries
Head coach Didier Da Rosa could change his starting XI against Mozambique after failing to score in the competition thus far.
Goalkeepers: Victor James, Jovan Nikolic, Kenneth Mmoko, Karamelo Kgosipula
Defenders: Thabo Babutsi, Tebogo Kopelang, Obakeng Senono, Bonno Sepako, Leruo Ratlala, Botsile Sakana, Benson Mangolo, Atamelang Lesogo
Midfielders: Shaun Theron, Olebogeng Ramotse, Ricky Ratlhogo, Boniface Ramolale, Gape Thibedi, Tawana Mbakile, Ofentse Mbaiwa, Obakeng Ramotlhwa
Forwards: Oarabile Sekwai, Tshepo Keselebale, Molaodi Tlhalefang, Eric Ookame, Thabiso Bante, Lizo Skweyiya, Bame Morwalela
Verdict
Mozambique have a superior record over Botswana and is tipped to secure a win-to-nil victory over their opponents with a 1-0 scoreline.
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