Mozambique vs Mali Prediction: The hosts won't surrender to a defeat in front of their home supporters

On Friday, Mozambique will face off against Mali at the Estadio Nacional do Zimpeto Stadium in the fight for the top spot on the log. Both teams have secured the same points since the tournament began, and I think they’ll be pleased with a point apiece here. 

FIFA Ranking: 98th

Last two games: WDWDW

Chiquinho Conde's men kept hoping to make it to Morocco alive when they scored three times against Eswatini on the road. This was after a disappointing (1-1) stalemate on their home turf against the same team. Geny Catamo, Stanley Ratifo and Domingues were all on the scoresheet as Mozambique secured their second win in the group. 

Mozambique have been highly aggressive in their approach to securing a space in the next AFCON Tournament, picking up eight points from a possible twelve. Mozambique have drawn twice and won four in their previous six games in all competitions. They occupy the second spot on the log, and a win here will boost their morale. 

FIFA World ranking: 54th

Last five games: DDWWD

The Eagles are unbeaten in this competition but head here with a disappointing display against Guinea Bissau on the road. After creating two big chances and missing them, Mali settled for a toothless stalemate against their opponent. This was after their slim (1-0) victory over Guinea Bissau on their home turf. The Eagles have picked up eight points from a combined twelve, scoring three and conceding once. 

Mali's form have seriously nosedived lately and must be at their best to take anything away from this game. 

The reverse leg ended in a tight game between both teams as they settled for a (1-1) stalemate. Mozambique have been up and running in this campaign, and they’ll take advantage of their home support to secure the maximum points against the guests. Mali have been below par lately, and their problems have been converting their chances. It won’t be a smooth sail against the hosts, who have been pretty decent lately.

Their last two meetings have produced a BTTS and we think each team are capable of getting a goal here for 2.31.

We also think both teams will be pleased with a point apiece for 3.22.

This game will produce more than two goals for 2.58.

Good luck!