Nigeria vs Gabon Prediction and Betting Tips on November 13, 2025
World Cup Qualification CAF
Nigeria will face Gabon at Stade Moulay Abdellah in Rabat, Morocco, on November 13, 2025, in a 2026 FIFA World Cup CAF playoff Qualifier semi-final at 16:00 UTC. Nigeria, who finished second in Group C of the qualifiers, seek to secure a spot in the final and advance toward their seventh World Cup appearance, while Gabon, runners-up in Group F, aim to reach their first-ever World Cup by upsetting the three-time African champions.
Nigeria vs Gabon Key Stats & Trends
- Nigeria have won 4 of their last 5 matches
- Nigeria average 2.0 goals scored and 0.8 goals conceded per game
- Nigeria are unbeaten in their last 2 games against Gabon (1W, 1D)
- Gabon have won 3 of their last 5 matches
- Gabon average 2.6 goals scored and 1.4 goals conceded per game
- Gabon are winless in their last 2 head-to-head vs Nigeria (1D, 1L)
Nigeria vs Gabon Recent Form
Nigeria have shown resilience in qualifiers, clinching their playoff spot with a 4-0 win over Benin, but their away form has been inconsistent. However, the Victor Osimhen-led team is confident and eager to beat the Panthers to get closer to their main goal.
Gabon, under coach Thierry Mouyouma, have had a stunning qualifying campaign, ending just one points behind Ivory Coast in Group F. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Denis Bouanga and co. are expected to led the team against the Super Eagles.
Form
- Nigeria: W-W-D-W-W
- Gabon: L-W-D-W-W
Predicted Line-ups
- Nigeria: Nwabali; Bassey, Troost-Ekong, Ajayi; Aina, Ndidi, Iwobi, Sanusi; Lookman, Osimhen, Simon
- Gabon: Bitoye; Eckome, Oyono, Ecuele Manga, Bithege, Kanga, Lemina, Allevinah, Obiang; Aubameyang, Bouanga
Nigeria vs Gabon Pre-game Odds & Win Probability
Nigeria are favorites with a 54% win probability at odds of 1.76. A draw is priced at 3.36, while a Gabon win is at 5.34 with a 18% probability.
Correct Score Prediction: Nigeria 2-1 Gabon
Given Nigeria's superior head-to-head record, attacking firepower led by Victor Osimhen, and Gabon's difficulty to score against top sides, a narrow win for the Super Eagles is likely, knowing the stake of this encounter.
Expert Tip: Over 1.5 goals
Regarding both sides’ recent scoring trends, betting on Over 1.5 goals at odds of 1.51 offers value.
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