Zimbabwe vs Benin Predictions & Stats 20 Mar 2025

Match Preview: Zimbabwe vs Benin - Africa World Cup Qualifying

As the anticipation builds for the upcoming World Cup qualifying match between Zimbabwe and Benin, we present our predictions based on statistical analysis. Here, we breakdown the four key criteria that will influence the outcome of this encounter.

1x2 Predictions

Our forecast for the 1x2 market indicates a competitive matchup. We project that Zimbabwe has a 25.23% chance of winning, while Benin holds a slightly higher chance of 30.81%. The likelihood of a draw is estimated at 43.9%. These predictions suggest that the match is evenly poised, with no clear favorite.

Over/Under 2.5 Goals

In terms of goal expectations, our analysis shows a strong inclination towards fewer goals. We predict that there is only a 10.06% chance of the match featuring over 2.5 goals. Conversely, the likelihood of the game finishing under 2.5 goals stands at an impressive 89.94%. This indicates a strong trend towards a low-scoring affair.

Both Teams to Score

The predictions for both teams finding the back of the net are also quite conservative. There's only a 17.91% probability that both Zimbabwe and Benin will score during the match. On the other hand, there is an overwhelming 82.09% chance that at least one team will fail to score, further suggesting a potentially cautious approach by both sides.

Asian Handicap

When it comes to the Asian Handicap, our insights favor the home team, Zimbabwe. We predict a robust 69.13% chance of Zimbabwe winning with a one-goal advantage. This handicap reflects the perceived strength of Zimbabwe at home and could be a crucial factor in the match outcome.

In summary, our predictions indicate a closely contested match with a low scoring expectation. Fans should brace themselves for a tactical game as both Zimbabwe and Benin vie for crucial points in their World Cup qualifying campaign.