Botswana vs Niger prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, June 9, 2026
Friendly International
On June 9, 2026, a friendly match between the national teams of Botswana and Niger will take place. For both sides, this is a rather rare chance to claim a win.
Botswana vs Niger: Team News and Expert Analysis
Botswana finished qualification with just ten points, exactly one per round, and ended up second to last in their group. This was followed by three goalless losses in the AFCON, and their performances in friendlies have also been unimpressive.
Niger finished second in their group but managed only fifteen points in eight matches, so they missed out on the playoff stage. They did not qualify for the AFCON either, and in friendlies, defeats and draws alternated. Against Benin, they also recorded a 1-1 draw.
Ramoreboli’s side score just 0.4 goals per match while conceding much more—1.8 on average. Umaru and his teammates manage 0.9 goals for, but concede 1.2 per game.
Previous Matches: Botswana vs Niger
In 1992-1993, during World Cup qualifying, Niger won both encounters. There was only one more friendly played in 2011, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
No one should expect a spectacular game here; this is an unassuming pair. The recommendation is to bet on "under 2.0 total goals scored" (odds – 1.63).
Botswana vs Niger: Key Statistics and Trends
- Botswana have lost eight of their last ten matches
- 20% of Botswana's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.2
- Niger have lost two of their last four games
- 40% of Niger's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.1
Botswana vs Niger: Probable Starting Lineups
Botswana play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Molwae – Chabo, Gabatshwaeng, Making, Molapisi – Selolwane, Thulani – Ramatsheba, Kebonang, Setlamo – Ogare
Niger play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (probable lineup): Mayuga – Dan Gour, Katiela, Maazu, Badjo – Aliyu Mohamed, Omaru, Sissoko, Abdu – Umaru, Daouda
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