Zimbabwe vs Rwanda Predictions - Zimbabwe and Rwanda to share the spoils

Brad Newcomb

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Last updated: 07 Sep 2025

Brad Newcomb 07 Sep 2025

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Zimbabwe and Rwanda both in poor recent form ahead of qualifier.
Zimbabwe sit last in Group C; Rwanda are fourth but losing steam.
Prediction: 1-1 BTTS draw between the two nations.

Zimbabwe drew 0-0 against Rwanda in an earlier World Cup qualifier (Getty Images)

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Zimbabwe vs Rwanda Predictions

Zimbabwe vs Rwanda Predictions
Head to Head
Zimbabwe Form
Zimbabwe Team News & Injuries
Rwanda Form
Rwanda Team News & Injuries

Zimbabwe remain at the bottom of Group C after another loss. Rwanda dropped points in their previous outing and have fallen off the pace in their FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. A BTTS draw is predicted between the two nations.

Zimbabwe have drawn 3 of their last 5 fixtures.
Zimbabwe have scored 4 goals in 5 games.
Zimbabwe have conceded 7 goals in 5 matches.
Rwanda have lost 3 of their last 5 fixtures.
Rwanda have scored 3 goals in 5 matches.
Rwanda have conceded 7 goals in 5 games.

Head to Head

Zimbabwe and Rwanda each have two wins, including one draw, in five meetings.

Zimbabwe Form

Zimbabwe were narrowly defeated 1-0 by Benin in their World Cup qualifier last weekend.

Zimbabwe held Benin in the first half, as the sides went into the break with the score unchanged since kick-off.

Zimbabwe had moments to score in the second half, but it was Benin who grabbed the winner in the 77th minute of the match.

Zimbabwe are last in the Group C table with six points from seven games. They have secured one win, three draws, and three defeats.

The Warriors have drawn three of their last five games, including two defeats. They scored four goals and conceded seven.

Zimbabwe have had a poor World Cup qualifying campaign, as they have failed to win any of their fixtures so far. Can they finally secure victory against Rwanda?

Zimbabwe Team News & Injuries

Goalkeepers: Washington Arubi, Elvis Chipezeze, Martin Mapisa

Defenders: Gerald Takwara, Munashe Garananga, Teenage Hadebe, Brandon Galloway, Godknows Murwira, Emanuel Jalai, Jordan Zemura, Divine Lunga

Midfielders: Marshall Munets, Marvelous Nakamba, Jonah Fabisch, Sean Fusire, Prosper Padera, Tawanda Chirewa, Knowledge Musona

Forwards: Terrence Dzvukamanja, Bill Antonio, Tawanda Maswanhise, Walter Musona, Tino Kadewere, Thando Ngwenya

Rwanda Form

Rwanda came up short against Nigeria in their FIFA World Cup qualification fixture last weekend, losing 1-0 to the Super Eagles.

Amavubi had chances to score during the contest, but Nigeria took the lead after 51 minutes of play, which proved to be the winning goal.

Rwanda are 4th in the Group C standings with eight points from seven matches. They have won two, drawn four, and lost one.

The Wasps have won one of their last five fixtures, including three defeats and one draw. They have scored three goals and conceded seven.

Rwanda have battled to come up with the goods lately, and will need to play well to beat a Zimbabwean side that often draws their matches.

Rwanda Team News & Injuries

Goalkeepers: Clement Buhake, Pierre Ishimwe, Fiacre Ntwali

Defenders: Thierry Manzi, Phanuel Kavita, Ange Mutsinzi, Alex Nduwayo, Darrly Nganji Nkurikiyimana, Claude Niyomugabo, Emmanuel Nshimiyimana, Fitina Ombalenga

Midfielders: Djihadi Bizimana, Claude Kayitaba, Bonheur Mugisha, Kevin Muhire, Christian Mukudju, Bryan Clovis Ngwabije

Forwards: Abeddy Biramahire, Arthur Gitego, Aly Enzo Hamon, Anicet Ishimwe, Djabilu Ishimwe, Jojea Kwizera, Gilbert Mugisha, David Niyo, Innocent Nshuti

Verdict

Zimbabwe v Rwanda

A BTTS draw with a 1-1 score is tipped between Zimbabwe and Rwanda, as neither team is in the best of form coming into this World Cup qualifier.

Draw

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