Nigeria vs Gabon Predictions & Tips - Super Eagles to advance to World Cup qualifying playoff final
The upcoming clash between Nigeria and Gabon promises excitement as both teams showcase strong form. Nigeria's recent unbeaten streak in World Cup qualifiers positions them as favourites, while Gabon's impressive group stage performance bolsters their chances. With Victor Osimhen's stellar form and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's knack for goals, both are recommended for bets as anytime goal scorers. This match could see both teams scoring, making BTTS a favorable betting option. Fans should be prepared for a thrilling encounter.
- Nigeria recently unbeaten in 4 World Cup qualifiers.
- Gabon excelled in group stage, Aubameyang in top form.
- BTTS and Nigeria win are strong betting options.
Nigeria vs Gabon Preview
Both sides have been full of goals in recent matches, so BTTS looks a good option. I am backing Nigeria to win as my best bet with BTTS another good option.
- Nigeria vs Gabon Preview
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- Head to Head
- Nigeria Form
- Nigeria Squad & Team News
- Gabon Form
- Gabon Squad & Team News
Stats
- Nigeria have won 3 of their last 4 World Cup qualifiers.
- Nigeria are unbeaten in their last 4 World Cup Qualifiers.
- Nigeria have seen BTTS Yes in 2 of their last 3 matches.
- Nigeria have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 2 matches.
- Gabon have scored 22 goals in their 10 World Cup qualifiers.
- Gabon are unbeaten in 9 of their last 10 World Cup qualifiers.
Head to Head
Nigeria and Gabon have only met twice since 2004 with Nigeria winning one and the other ending in a draw.
Nigeria Form
Nigeria just snuck into the World Cup playoff semi-finals with a victory on the final day of the group stage. It isn’t ideal for them to avoid automatic qualification, but they are favourites to advance here.
After a poor start to the qualifying campaign, the Super Eagles went unbeaten in their final four group matches, winning three and drawing one. They defeated Rwanda in early September 1-0 at home before an impressive 1-1 draw in South Africa.
That was followed by a 2-1 victory over Lesotho away from home. In their final game, a must-win at home against Benin, Nigeria were superb, securing a 4-0 victory.
Victor Osimhen was in top form with a hattrick, scoring in the 3rd, 37th and 51st minute. Frank Onyekea added a fourth in injury time.
Nigeria Squad & Team News
Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali, Amas Obasogie, Maduka Okoye
Defenders: Chidozie Awaziem, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Benjamin Fredericks, Bruno Onyemaechi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Zaidu Sanusi, William Troost-Ekong
Midfielders: Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Raphael Onyedika, Frank Onyeka, Alhassan Yusuf
Forwards: Akor Adams, Tolu Arokodare, Samuel Chukwueze, Chidera Ejuke, Ademola Lookman, Olakunle Olusegun, Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon.
Gabon Form
Gabon were superb in Group F of the Africa FIFA World Cup qualifiers. They finished just a point behind Ivory Coast, winning eight of their 10 matches with one draw and one defeat.
In their final four matches of the group stage, Gabon thrashed Seychelles 4-0 away from home before an impressive 0-0 draw at home to Ivory Coast. They needed that victory to get top spot though.
A high-scoring thriller followed in Gambia where Gabon came out 4-3 victors. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored all four goals.
On the final day, Gabon secured a 2-0 home win over Burundi but had to wait for late goals from Bryan Meyo Ngoua and Mario Lemina to secure the three points.
Gabon Squad & Team News
Goalkeepers: François Junior Bekale, Loyce Mbaba (Stella d'Adjamé, Cote d’Ivoire), Lukas Mounguenou, Demba Anse Ngoubi
Defenders: Aaron Appindangoye, Jonathan do Marcolino, Jacques Ekomie, Bruno Ecuele Manga, Yannis Mbemba, Johan Obiang, Mike Kila Onfia, Anthony Oyono, Jérémy Oyono
Midfielders: Oumar Samake Nze Bagnama, Eric Bocoum, Guelor Kanga, Mario Lemina, Didier Ndong, André Biyogho Poko
Forwards: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Teddy Averlant, Denis Bouanga, Alan do Marcolino, Randy Essang Matouti, Noha Lemina, Bryan Meyo
Verdict
I am backing Nigeria to win with BTTS. It is also worth backing Victor Osimhen and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to score.
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