Gabon vs Lesotho Prediction: We anticipate a more aggressive offensive approach from the hosts

Gabon will lock horns with Lesotho at the Stade Franceville Stadium on Friday. The Panthers will be determined to get a back-to-back victory when they host a struggling Lesotho side on their ground tomorrow. 

FIFA Ranking: 84th

Last five games: DLWLW

The Panthers head here with their first win of the group, scoring twice to amass all the points against a strong opponent. The excellent performance was after their poor display against Morocco on the road. The high-flying Moroccan team outclassed Gabon as they conceded four and scored once. Gabon, who had a slumping record at the AFCON Championship, will be keen to return to the competition.

Gabon have kept a clean sheet over their last twelve matches and must be at their best not to concede here. 

FIFA Ranking: 153rd

Last five matches: LWLLLL

The Crocodiles suffered their second defeat in the group when they were beaten by a youthful Moroccan side. They stood their ground against their opponent but lacked the manpower to go toe to toe with Morocco. With 22% of possession, Lesotho were overwhelmed by the guests and were lucky to have conceded just a goal. 

Lesotho haven't qualified for the AFCON and World Cup in their history. Even though they have no known superstars in their ranks, Lesotho have played like a team over the years. 

They are currently 153rd according to the latest FIFA rankings and have earned three points out of a possible fifteen in the last five games.

Gabon were at the top of their game against Central Africa, defending well and taking their chances. They’ll be keen to secure another three points on their ground against Lesotho. 

The hosts are heads and shoulders above Lesotho; we anticipate a total dominance from them at home, bet on home to score before the break for 1.64.

We also think the hosts will win and score more than once for 1.65.

This match will produce more than two goals for 1.87.

Good luck!