Sonabel Ouagadougou vs USFA Prediction: Hosts continue to eye top spot

As they pursue their quest for the league title, Sonabel Ouagadougou is set to host USFA in the upcoming round 20 of the Burkina Faso Premier League at Stade de la SONABEL Ouagadougou. Let's delve into the match previews and explore potential betting opportunities.

Sonabel Ouagadougou is coming off a road victory against Kadiogo in a hard-fought 0-1 match. The first half ended without any goals, but it was marked by a significant event: Mohamed Guira of Sonabel Ouagadougou received a red card. However, the team showcased resilience in the second half, with Yves Koutiama's individual effort resulting in a 52nd-minute goal, securing all three points for Sonabel Ouagadougou. This win adds to their recent successful run, with victories in three of their last five matches against Sporting Cascades and Etoile Filante, and a lone defeat to ASFA Yennega in a 2-1 road encounter. As they head into the upcoming match, Sonabel Ouagadougou is just three points behind the league leaders, AS Douanes. In the course of the season, they have scored 17 goals in 19 matches while conceding 9.

USFA faces a challenging matchup as they enter as road underdogs, despite being in good form. Their recent performance showcases a commendable streak, with two victories against AS Douanes and Kozaf, along with draws against Rahimo and ASEC Koudougou. However, it's worth noting that USFA has only managed to accumulate 24 points out of a possible 57 this season. Across 19 matches, they've scored 12 goals but conceded an equal number of 15. Currently positioned in the 10th spot in the league standings, USFA is striving to improve its standing in the ongoing season.

Both teams have demonstrated strong performances recently, indicating that this match is likely to be closely contested. Despite being considered road underdogs, the visiting team, USFA, gained confidence from a recent victory against the top-ranked Douanes. Meanwhile, Sonabel Ouagadougou is in desperate need of a win, and the home advantage, coupled with support from their fans, should boost their morale. Additionally, both teams haven't been prolific goal scorers, suggesting that they might adopt a defensive approach to avoid defeat. Considering this, a bet on few goals in the match could also be a viable option.