Within the second spherical of Group F CAF World Cup qualifiers, Gambia meets Ivory Coast at Tanzania’s Benjamin Mkapa Nationwide Stadium on Monday.
Ivory Coast leads the group after an emphatic victory of their opening match, whereas Gambia seeks their first level after a loss of their preliminary recreation.
Match Preview:
Gambia, boasting certainly one of their best-ever squads, enters this competitors with confidence, having lately secured their third consecutive Africa Cup of Nations qualification.
Though beginning with a 3-2 defeat in opposition to Burundi in the World Cup qualifiers, below Tom Saintfiet’s management, the Scorpions purpose to enhance progressively within the event.
The 2 teams have clashed six instances beforehand, with Ivory Coast clinching 4 wins and Gambia triumphing in two encounters.
Ivory Coast, regardless of lacking out on the final two World Cups, demonstrated their power of their opening qualifier in opposition to Seychelles, securing a dominant 9-0 victory.
The Elephants, ranked 52nd globally, showcase a formidable squad below supervisor Jean-Louis Gasset.
Group Information:
Gambia is more likely to depend on former Bologna striker Musa Barrow and Atalanta BC’s Ebrima Colley for attacking prowess, whereas Cardiff Metropolis’s Ebou Adams goals to bolster the midfield.
Ivory Coast could reintroduce Wilfried Zaha and Nicolas Pepe after their absence within the earlier match, doubtlessly impacting the attacking lineup.
Doable Lineups:
Gambia:(4-3-3)
Gaye;
Sundberg, Gomez, O. Colley, Sanneh;
Manneh, Adams, Barry;
Barrow, Ceesay, E. Colley
Ivory Coast:(4-3-3)
Gbohouo;
Aurier, Bailly, Deli, Konan;
Kessie, Seri, Sangare;
Fofana, Haller, Zaha
Prediction: Gambia 1-3 Ivory Coast
Whereas Gambia has proven enchancment, Ivory Coast boasts a extremely gifted squad. Though not anticipating a repeat of their 9-0 win, The Elephants are anticipated to safe a snug victory.
