In the second round of the CAF 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Mozambique and Algeria, both in fine form, will face off at Estadio do Zimpeto on Sunday afternoon.
Match Preview:
After respective victories in their last outings, Mozambique and Algeria aim to secure a second consecutive qualifying win in their final competitive match of the year.
Algeria's Recent Performance:
Algeria secured a convincing 3-1 victory against the Somali Ocean Stars in their last match at the Nelson Mandela Stadium. Ahmed Abdi's own goal and a Baghdad Bounedjah strike had them in control at halftime, and Islam Slimani sealed the result. The Fennec Foxes have won six of their last nine matches and are unbeaten away from home in 2023.
Mozambique's Recent Performance:
Mozambique emerged victorious in a thrilling 3-2 clash against Botswana at the Francistown Stadium. Clesio Bauque, Stanley Ratifo, and Jonathan Muiomo contributed to their win. Os Mambas are unbeaten in four of their last five matches, with a lone defeat to Nigeria in October.
Team News:
Islam Slimani is likely to push for a starting spot for Algeria after his impactful performance off the bench. Yasser Larouci is expected to retain his place in the XI.
Faisal Bangal is a doubt for Mozambique due to an injury scare, and if unavailable, Stanley Ratifo is likely to start.
KICKOFF TIME
The match is scheduled to kick-off at 13:00 GMT (1: 00PM)
PREDICTION
Mozambique 0-3 Algeria
