Burundi vs Zambia Predictions - Burundi and Zambia set to draw
Burundi and Zambia meet in the AFCON qualifiers with a BTTS draw tipped as the main selection. Both teams have struggled for wins, with Burundi winless in Group I and Zambia losing three of their last five matches. Their recent encounter ended 1-1. The head-to-head record is balanced, with two wins apiece and two draws from six meetings, supporting the prediction of another close contest with goals for both teams.
- A BTTS draw is tipped for Burundi vs Zambia in the AFCON qualifiers.
- Both teams have struggled for wins and drew 1-1 in their last meeting.
- Recent form and head-to-head record suggest another close contest.
Burundi drew with Zimbabwe last week (Getty Images)
Burundi vs Zambia Predictions
Burundi have yet to secure a victory in Group I during their AFCON qualifiers and have been struggling to win recently. Zambia are also struggling to win their matches and dropped points in their previous qualifier. A BTTS draw is predicted between the two nations.
- Burundi have drawn 2 of their last 5 fixtures.
- Burundi have scored 7 goals in 5 games.
- Burundi have conceded 9 goals in 5 matches.
- Zambia have lost 3 of their last 5 fixtures.
- Zambia have scored 4 goals in 5 games.
- Zambia have conceded 10 goals in 5 matches.
Head to Head
Burundi and Zambia have two victories apiece, including two draws in six meetings.
Burundi Form
Burundi pocketed a point from the qualifying match against Zambia last weekend, drawing 1-1 away from home.
Burundi had 45% possession and ten shots in the game, with four attempts on target.
The Fighting Swallows are last in the Group I table with two points from three matches.
Before that, Burundi lost 1-0 away to Togo in their opening Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in September before drawing 2-2 with Algeria at home.
The Swallows have won one of their last five fixtures, with two defeats and two draws. They scored seven goals and conceded nine.
Burundi remain winless in their group and have not been at their best recently, having lost six of their last ten matches; however, Zambia have also been struggling to win their games recently.
Zambia Form
Zambia had to settle for a share of the spoils in the qualifier against Burundi last weekend, drawing 1-1 at home.
Zambia had 55% possession and 12 shots in the match, with three attempts on target.
Chipolopolo are second in the Group I standings with four points after three rounds.
In September, Zambia began their AFCON qualifying campaign against Algeria, losing 3-1 away before securing a 2-0 home victory against Togo.
Zambia have won one of their last five fixtures, with three defeats and one draw. They scored four goals and conceded ten.
Zambia will be disappointed to have dropped points in their previous match against Burundi, and will have to improve their performance to get the results in the reverse fixture, as they have lost seven of their last 11 games.
Team News
Burundi
Jean-Claude Girumugisha scored the late second-half equaliser, taking his tally to two goals in the AFCON qualifiers.
Goalkeepers: Jonathan Nahimana, Onésime Rukundo, Daniel Hakizimana
Defenders: Christophe Nduwarugira, Frédéric Nsabiyumva, Youssouf Ndayishimiye, Omar Moussa, Derrick Mukombozi, Claus Niyukuri, Kevin Icoyitungiye, Emanuel Swedi
Midfielders: Gaël Bigirimana, Elie Mokono, Henry Msanga, Akbar Muderi
Forwards: Bienvenue Kanakimana, Mohamed Amissi, Bonfils-Caleb Bimenyimana, Jean-Claude Girumugisha, Jordi Liongola, Asman Ndikumana, Abdoul Karim Mpawenimana, Mossi Nduwumwe, Franck Nduwimana, Karim Mperanyi
Zambia
Edward Chilufya scored the opening goal against Burundi last weekend, securing his first goal in the qualification rounds.
Eliya Mandanji, Fashion Sakala, and Albert Kangwanda have scored a goal each during the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Goalkeepers: Willard Mwanza, Lawrence Mulenga, Luka Mainza, Victor Chabu
Defenders: Mathews Banda, Zephaniah Phiri, Owen Mwamba, David Hamansenya, Gift Mphande, Tinklar Sinkala, Ricky Chanda, Dominic Chanda, William Kamwanga
Midfielders: Prince Mumba, Edward Chilufya, Joshua Mutale, Wilson Chisala, Owen Tembo, Obino Chisala, Miguel Chaiwa, Joseph Liteta, Kelvin Mwanza, Allan Mumba
Forwards: Fashion Sakala, Albert Kangwanda, Derrick Bulaya, Kennedy Musonda, Chanka Zimba
Verdict
A BTTS draw is tipped between Burundi and Zambia, as both teams look evenly matched for this reverse fixture, with a 1-1 score.
BTTS Yes
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