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Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Levy Mwanawasa Stadium

Scoring Trends

Zambia

Ivory Coast

0.5

Goals Scored

1.88

1.63

Goals Conceded

0.88

0.69 Expected Goals (xG) 1.75

63%

Over 1.5

75%

38%

Over 2.5

50%

25%

Over 3.5

25%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Ivory Coast enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. Defensive discipline will likely be the priority for both managers.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. The data points towards a tight game, making 'Under' markets particularly attractive. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win28%

Draw15%

Away Win57%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes25%

Over 1.5 Goals63%

Over 2.5 Goals43%

Match Events

43'

Musonda K.

Assist: Sabobo J.

46'

Sub

Kampamba K. In: Chama C.

Out: Kampamba K.

46'

Sub

Guessand E. In: Diakite O.

Out: Guessand E.

Previous Encounters

15 Nov 24 AFR

Zambia ✓

1:0

Ivory Coast

06 Sept 24 AFR

Ivory Coast ✓

2:0

Zambia

17 Jun 23 AFR

Zambia ✓

3:0

Ivory Coast

03 Jun 22 AFR

Ivory Coast ✓

3:1

Zambia

19 Jun 19 FRI

Zambia

1:4

✓ Ivory Coast

Recent Form (Last 5)

Zambia

Home Team

31 Mar

Argentina

5 : 0

Zambia

29 Dec

Zambia

0 : 3

Morocco

26 Dec

Zambia

0 : 0

Comoros

22 Dec

Mali

1 : 1

Zambia

16 Dec

D.R. Congo

2 : 0

Zambia

Ivory Coast

Away Team

31 Mar

Scotland

0 : 1

Ivory Coast

28 Mar

South Korea

0 : 4

Ivory Coast

10 Jan

Egypt

3 : 2

Ivory Coast

06 Jan

Ivory Coast

3 : 0

Burkina Faso

31 Dec

Gabon

2 : 3

Ivory Coast

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Comoros	6	3	3	0	7:4	12
2	Tunisia	6	3	1	2	7:6	10
3	Gambia	6	2	2	2	6:6	8
4	Madagascar	6	0	2	4	4:8	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Morocco	6	6	0	0	26:2	18
2	Gabon	6	3	1	2	7:9	10
3	Lesotho	6	1	1	4	2:13	4
4	Central Africa	6	1	0	5	3:14	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Egypt	6	4	2	0	12:2	14
2	Botswana	6	2	2	2	4:7	8
3	Mauritania	6	2	1	3	3:6	7
4	Cape Verde	6	1	1	4	3:7	4

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Nigeria	6	3	2	1	9:3	11
2	Benin	6	2	2	2	7:7	8
3	Rwanda	6	2	2	2	5:7	8
4	Libya	6	1	2	3	3:7	5

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Algeria	6	5	1	0	16:2	16
2	Equatorial Guinea	6	2	2	2	5:8	8
3	Togo	6	1	2	3	7:10	5
4	Liberia	6	1	1	4	4:12	4

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Angola	6	4	2	0	7:2	14
2	Sudan	6	2	2	2	4:6	8
3	Niger	6	2	1	3	7:6	7
4	Ghana	6	0	3	3	3:7	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Zambia	6	4	1	1	7:4	13
2	Ivory Coast	6	4	0	2	12:3	12
3	Sierra Leone	6	1	2	3	5:10	5
4	Chad	6	0	3	3	1:8	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	D.R. Congo	6	4	0	2	7:3	12
2	Tanzania	6	3	1	2	5:4	10
3	Guinea	6	3	0	3	9:5	9
4	Ethiopia	6	1	1	4	3:12	4

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Mali	6	4	2	0	10:1	14
2	Mozambique	6	3	2	1	9:5	11
3	Guinea Bissau	6	1	2	3	4:6	5
4	Eswatini	6	0	2	4	2:13	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Cameroon	6	4	2	0	8:2	14
2	Zimbabwe	6	2	3	1	6:4	9
3	Kenya	6	1	3	2	4:7	6
4	Namibia	6	0	2	4	2:7	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	South Africa	6	4	2	0	16:5	14
2	Uganda	6	4	1	1	8:5	13
3	Congo	6	1	1	4	4:12	4
4	South Sudan	6	1	0	5	6:12	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Senegal	6	5	1	0	10:1	16
2	Burkina Faso	6	3	1	2	10:7	10
3	Burundi	6	1	1	4	4:11	4
4	Malawi	6	1	1	4	6:11	4

Match Preview: Zambia vs Ivory Coast

The upcoming fixture between Zambia and Ivory Coast promises to be an engaging encounter in Africa Cup of Nations 2025. Scheduled for Friday, November 15, 2024 at 16:00 UTC, the match will take place at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

The context of this match is defined by the current standings and the ambitions of both squads. Zambia will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Ivory Coast aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

History suggests that matches between Zambia and Ivory Coast are competitively fought. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

The flow of the match will likely depend on which team settles into their rhythm first. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Zambia will try to assert dominance early, whereas Ivory Coast might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Ultimately, this fixture carries weight for the season's broader narrative. Momentum is crucial in Africa Cup of Nations 2025, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.