Gabon will round off their Group F campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 with a pivotal clash against Ivory Coast at the Stade de Marrakech.
The Panthers know only a win can keep alive their hopes of qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams, while defending champions Ivory Coast aim to secure progression with a win or draw.
Brief
Ivory Coast sit joint top of Group F with four points from two games after beating Mozambique 1–0 in their opener and drawing 1–1 with Cameroon in their second match. Their blend of experience, tactical control, and attacking quality has kept them firmly in contention to reach the knockout stages.
Gabon have had a tough group so far. They lost 1–0 to Cameroon in their opener before being beaten 3–2 by Mozambique on Sunday, leaving them bottom of the group with zero points. A result other than a win this time will almost certainly end their tournament.
Prediction
On paper, Ivory Coast have the edge. They’re unbeaten in this AFCON so far and can secure progression with a point, while Gabon must win to keep their hopes alive.
Ivory Coast’s experience, attacking balance and ability to control tempo should see them edge this one.
Predicted Score: Gabon 0–2 Côte d’Ivoire
Tips:
Away Win (2) – Côte d’Ivoire Win with odds of 1.56 on 1xbet.
Under 3.5 Goals with odds of 1.17 on 1xbet.
Recent Form (Last Games)
Ivory Coast:
Draw vs Cameroon 1–1 AFCON Group F
Win vs Mozambique 1–0 AFCON Group F
Gabon:
Loss vs Mozambique 2–3 AFCON Group F
Loss vs Cameroon 0–1 AFCON Group F
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Head-to-Head: Gabon vs Ivory Coast
Total matches: 16
Gabon wins: 3
Ivory Coast wins: 9
Draws: 4
Players to Watch
Ivory Coast
Amad Diallo – Creative force and scorer of key goals in this tournament, having bagged two already, and as many Man of the Match awards.
Franck Kessié – Midfield engine and set-piece threat who can dictate the game. He also has an eye for a goal and has been one of their best players already.
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Gabon
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – Veteran forward and focal point in attack, capable of moments of brilliance. He has already scored a goal at the tournament.
Denis Bouanga – Gabon’s chief goal threat who can unlock defences on his day.
