Tanzania vs Niger Prediction: Taifa Stars are expected to bounce back from their recent setback

After the shocking defeat at home against Uganda, Tanzania must win when they host Niger at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium to stand a chance of advancing. 

Tanzania

FIFA Ranking: 130th

Last four games: DLWL

Taifa Stars bowed to their second defeat in the qualifying round when Uganda beat them (0-1). Tanzania, who were tipped to win, suffered a shocking loss when Uganda scored from nowhere to cart away all the points. Before then, they recorded a (0-1) victory over Uganda in the first leg. Tanzania came out strong, looking to take control of the game early on but failed in their attempt as the first half ended in a share of the spoils. After the break, they put on a high-pressing display, creating several early chances, and were rewarded with a goal in the 68th minute. 

Tanzania are now second on the log with eight points behind the table topper Algeria. 

Niger

FIFA Ranking: 123rd

Last four matches: DDLL

The visitors are yet to taste a victory since the beginning of their qualifier. Niger head here following the (0-1) home defeat against Algeria. Niger were the second best in the encounter, failing to create any chances. Niger started this campaign with a (1-1) draw against Tanzania at home. The result was followed by another stalemate against Uganda. Niger came from a go-down to snatch a point on the road. After scoring first against Algeria, the home side responded twice to take the maximum points.

Niger are fourth on the log, sharing the spoils twice and losing two games. Niger are ranked 122nd in the world and one of the lowest-ranked sides in the qualifiers.

Expert Betting Tips

Their only meeting ended in a (1-1) share of the spoils in Niger. Tanzania were the better side on the road against Niger; they created four big chances and converted just one. Tanzania's recent result doesn’t tell much about the encounter; they played better but were unlucky. Niger have scored in all but one match in this tournament and can’t be totally written off. After critically analyzing both sides, Tanzania stand a better chance due to the home support and their excellent performance against Niger in their first meeting; bet on the home score first for 1.73.

Tanzania are expected to bounce back from their recent home defeat, and we can see them taking the maximum points for 2.05.

We expect the visitors to get a goal here; bet on BTTS for 2.25.

Good luck!