Namibia vs Zimbabwe prediction and betting tips on October 9, 2024
Game Prediction
In the 3rd round of the African Cup of Nations qualifiers on October 9, 2024, Namibia will face Zimbabwe. Both teams are struggling at the bottom of their group, and another loss could completely extinguish their hopes of qualifying for the continental tournament.
Namibia vs Zimbabwe: Key Stats and Trends
- Namibia has lost three matches in a row.
- Zimbabwe has failed to score in their last three games.
- Zimbabwe has not scored in their last three matches.
- Namibia wins the first half in 12% of their games, while Zimbabwe wins it in 9%.
Our Prediction for Namibia vs Zimbabwe
The "Brave Warriors" of Namibia are not living up to their bold nickname. It took them four attempts to finally reach the knockout stage of the African Cup of Nations, only to be eliminated in the round of 16. Their opponents, also called "Warriors," had a brighter spell, appearing in three consecutive AFCON tournaments and even winning the 2021 edition. However, Zimbabwe has faced multiple disqualifications, including a ban from World Cup 2018 qualifiers.
Namibia’s squad, under coach Collin Benjamin, lacks the standout players of yesteryear. Their most notable player is Ryan Nyambe, a defender from Derby County. The rest of the team features players from neighboring South Africa or even Kosovo. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, boasts more talent, with Garanganga from FC Copenhagen, Munetsi from Stade de Reims, Zemura from Udinese, Rinomota from Cardiff City, Chireva from Wolverhampton, Kadevere from Nantes, and the experienced Nakamba from Luton Town.
Norman Mapeza’s Zimbabwe has had a decent start to the qualifiers, managing scoreless draws against Kenya and Cameroon, so it’s too early to count them out. Namibia, in contrast, has struggled, losing 0-1 to Cameroon and 1-2 at home to Kenya in September.
Namibia vs Zimbabwe: Predicted Lineups
Namibia (probable lineup):
Kazapua – Hanamub, Kamberipa, Hambira, Ikeyndj – Petrus, Kasum, Hotto, Karuombe, Muezu – Kalula
Zimbabwe (probable lineup):
Chitsumba – Lunga, Garanganga, Murwira, Takwara, Musona – Hachiro, Rinomota, Munetsi – Mapfumo, Chireva
Head-to-Head: Namibia vs Zimbabwe
An interesting trend has emerged in their matchups: in all eight previous encounters, the home team won. Zimbabwe has won only three of these, and once after such a win, they lost the following penalty shootout, allowing their opponents to progress.
Free Prediction Today for Namibia vs Zimbabwe
Both teams are in desperate need of a win, rather than putting on a show. Our recommendation is to bet on "total under 2.0 goals" (odds of 1.83).