Ivory Coast vs Sierra Leone Prediction: The Ivorians will get off to a flying start

On Friday, the AFCON champions will continue their campaign of qualifying for the 2025 edition when they face off against Laurent Pokou in San Pedro. The hosts have not lost any of their last ten matches, and they’ll be looking at extending their unbeaten run against an opponent who have struggled lately.

FIFA Ranking: 33rd

Last five matches: WWDWW

The Elephants continued their dominance in the continent by extending their undefeated record to ten in all competitions. Ivory Coast began their campaign with a (2-0) victory over Zambia and secured a (0-2) win over Chad on the road. The Ivorians have been phenomenal since they won the AFCON Championship on their home turf. 

Ivory Coast will be looking to make a statement and stamp their authority in this match. The Ivorians have a wealth of experience and quality in their squad, and we expect them to seal maximum points. 

FIFA Ranking: 125th

Last five matches: LWDDL

The Leone Stars have had a slow start to their qualifying campaign and march here with a (3-2) loss against Zambia on the road. After their share of the spoils against Chad at home, Sierra Leone conceded three and scored twice against Zambia. They presently sit in third spot on the log, picking up a point from a combined six. 

Amidu Karim, who just signed for the Leone Stars, has won once since his appointment. Sierra Leone can still make it through if they get it right against their opponent and build from there. 

Over their previous six meetings, Ivory Coast have won three and drawn three against Sierra Leone. Ivory Coast are on a decent run and are yet to taste defeat under their new coach, Emerse Fae. At the same time, Sierra Leone have struggled over the years and have managed just a win in their last fifteen matches.

Ivory Coast were below par against Chad on the road and can’t afford to repeat such a display here. We expect the Elephants to exert dominance over the guests here; bet on home to score in both halves for 1.80.

We expect to see more than three goals here for 2.42.

Good luck!