Expert Overview: Gabon vs Ivory Coast
The upcoming match between Gabon and Ivory Coast promises to be an intriguing encounter with several betting opportunities. Both teams have demonstrated varied performances in recent fixtures, making this match a complex yet fascinating analysis for bettors.
Gabon’s home advantage could play a crucial role, especially considering their recent form and tactical setups. On the other hand, Ivory Coast’s away capabilities and offensive strategies might counterbalance the home team’s advantage. The statistical predictions suggest a moderately high likelihood of fewer cards and limited scoring opportunities, hinting at a tightly contested game.
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 5.5 Cards | 97.70% | (0-0) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 98.90% | (0-0) 0-0 1H 1.11 | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 98.40% | (0-0) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 82.60% | (0-0) 0-0 2H 1.20 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 84.10% | (0-0) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 69.10% | (0-0) | |
| Away Team To Score In 1st Half | 70.00% | (0-0) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 69.20% | (0-0) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 62.50% | (0-0) 1.44 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 65.30% | (0-0) 1.62 | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.93% | (0-0) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.13% | (0-0) | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.07% | (0-0) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 0.90% | (0-0) |
Betting Predictions and Analysis
Card Predictions
The expectation of fewer cards (Under 5.5 Cards) is priced at 98.10, indicating a belief in disciplined play from both sides. This is further supported by the Under 4.5 Cards prediction at 85.40, suggesting a low-carding match.
Scoring Predictions
The average total goals predicted at 2.93 aligns with the Under 2.5 Goals market at 62.00, suggesting a cautious approach from both teams when it comes to defense.
- Home Team to Score in 2nd Half: Priced at 98.00, this reflects a potential strategic shift by Gabon in the second half to capitalize on their home advantage.
- Away Team to Score in 1st Half: At 64.20, there’s a moderate expectation for Ivory Coast to make an early impact.
- Away Team Not To Score in 2nd Half: Priced at 64.50, suggesting that Gabon may tighten their defense after halftime.
No Goals Scenarios
The odds for no goals being scored (Both Teams Not To Score) stand at 65.90, while the possibility of neither team scoring in the first half is seen as quite likely (Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 98.10). Conversely, the likelihood of no goals in the second half is lower (Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 84.40).
Tactical Considerations
With an average of 3.33 goals scored across matches, there is potential for some action despite defensive setups. The predicted average goals conceded by Gabon stands at 0.90, hinting at their defensive resilience but also exposing potential weaknesses that Ivory Coast might exploit.
Cards and Discipline
With an expected average of 2.27 yellow cards, discipline will be key for both teams to avoid unnecessary bookings that could alter the game’s dynamics.
