Cape Verde vs Mauritania Prediction: The Blue Sharks won’t lose back-to-back games

Cape Verde, who impressed their supporters in the AFCON Tournament, will play their second group game against Mauritania at the Estadio Nacional de Cabo Verde. The Blue Sharks have been unstable lately, but they can’t afford to lose back-to-back group games.

FIFA Ranking: 65th

Last five games: WWLWL

The Blue Sharks, who wrapped up last AFCON Championship in the 4th place, began their journey with a (3-0) defeat against Ghana. Cape Verde had their moments in the game but were wasteful against a well-organized Egyptian team. 

Cape Verde were one of the surprises of the tournament, defeating Ghana and sharing the spoils against Egypt in the qualifying round, and they’ll be keen to grace the competition for the third season running. Cape Verde have proven themselves to be a formidable force to be reckoned with, and their recent defeat will propel them to secure the maximum points here. Coach Bubista has named a strong team for this encounter, and we are trusting them to come off with the maximum points here. 

FIFA Ranking: 112th

Last five games: LDLLW

The Lions of Chinguetti began their journey with a (1-0) victory over Botswana on their ground. Mauritania scored once in the 84th minute which was enough to hand them their first three points of the group. Mauritania have managed one victory over their last six games and must be at their best to get anything away from this game. 

Mauritania squad are 90% home-based but have been playing as a team under their French coach, Amir Abdou.

We are yet to witness the version of Cape Verde, who were one of the few surprises in the AFCON tournament and a joy to watch. Their transition from defensive to attack were second to none, and this hasn’t been replicated in recent games. The absence of Monteiro in the national team have cost them a slow start in the competition. At the same time, Mauritania have been below par until their game against Botswana a few days ago. They’ll be keen to keep up with such a performance in a difficult match against Cape Verde; however, we believe the hosts will bounce back here for 1.81.

We expect to see less than a goal in both halves for 1.77.

This game will end in favor of the hosts; bet on a home win or draw and under 2.5 goals for 1.89.

Good luck!