Nigeria vs Gabon prediction: Match preview, betting odds and tips on November 13, 2025
World Cup Qualification CAF
In the African World Cup qualifiers, a playoff semifinal match between the national teams of Nigeria and Gabon will take place on November 13, 2025. Both sides are hoping to continue their fight for the last ticket to the World Cup.
Our Prediction for Nigeria vs Gabon
Nigeria nearly failed this qualification campaign. As a historic football giant of their continent, they even managed to lose once and often settled for draws. However, thanks to additional criteria, they surpassed Benin by thrashing them in the last round. Still, South Africa collected one more point, eighteen in total, and won the group, sending the favorites into the playoffs.
Gabon is rated much lower. However, they now have a chance to finally make their World Cup debut. They narrowly missed out on winning the group: they secured eight victories and 25 points from ten matches—just one less than Ivory Coast in the end!
Osimhen and company score an average of 1.4 goals per match, conceding 1.1 in return. Muyuma's team plays more spectacular football: averaging two goals per match scored and 1.5 conceded.
Nigeria vs Gabon: Key Statistics and Trends
- Nigeria has won four out of their last five matches
- 50% of Nigeria's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 2.5 goals per match.
- Gabon has won four of their last five games
- 40% of Gabon's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 3.5 goals per match
Nigeria vs Gabon: Probable Starting Lineups
Nigeria (probable lineup): Nwabali – Sanusi, Bassey, Ajayi, Fredrik – Simon, Ndidi, Iwobi, Chukwueze – Adams, Osimhen
Gabon (probable lineup): Mbaba – Onfia, Manga, Mbemba – Lemina, Kanga, Ndong, Averlant – Obiang, Bouanga, Do Marcolino
Head-to-Head: Nigeria vs Gabon
There have been five previous encounters. Nigeria won three times and lost once.
Free Prediction for Nigeria vs Gabon
The nominal visitors will definitely try to put up a fight. Consider betting on "both teams to score" (odds – 2.33).
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's progress in the African World Cup qualification standings.
