Zambia vs Lesotho Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips 23/03/2023

[Africa Cup of Nations - Qualification Prediction] Zambia vs Lesotho Prediction: This article offers free predictions for the AFCON qualifier between Zambia and Lesotho as well as an expert overview of the event. This will be another of the several encounters between Zambia and Lesotho. Our free picks for Zambia vs. Lesotho are as follows:

Zambia vs Lesotho Prediction: Recent performance and H2H stats

Zambia’s last 5 matches

After three points in two games, the Copper Bullets sit second in Group H, just one point behind group-leading Cote d'Ivoire. They lost to the Elephants 3-1 to begin their season, but they bounced back to defeat Comoros in a 2-1 comeback victory. When Ben Nabouhane gave the visitors the lead in the 13th minute, Enock Mwepu, a now-retired midfielder, and Kings Kangwa worked together to turn around an early disadvantage.

Zambia’s last 5 matches

For this month's games, Zambian coach Avram Grant has selected a 27-man roster, which includes Patson Daka of Leicester City and Fashion Sakala of Rangers.

Lesotho’s last 5 matches

Lesotho, on the other hand, is at the bottom of the standings with only one point. They were defeated 2-0 by Comoros in their initial match, but managed to draw a point against Cote d'Ivoire in a scoreless draw. The Crocodiles will try to turn things around and win their first-ever spot in the AFCON competition with four games left.

Lesotho’s last 5 matches

Zambia vs Lesotho H2H Stats

Between the two teams, there have been 11 battles, with Zambia holding a 7-2 advantage. This will be their first meeting since Lesotho defeated Zambia 2-1 in the COSAFA Cup in June 2021. Zambia has lost their past two international contests.

Just two games between the teams have resulted in stalemates: a 0-0 tie in a World Cup qualifier in 1972 and a 1-1 draw in another qualifier in 2013. (1-0 vs Mali and 4-2 vs Israel, both friendlies). Botswana and Liberia are the only two teams without a goal in the AFCON qualifiers except Lesotho. Lesotho, despite finishing last in their group, have only let up half as many goals as Zambia (4).

Zambia vs Lesotho H2H Stats

Check out the stats tables below for more squad details, then bet on Zambia vs. Lesotho at the best odds at one of our hand-selected top UK sportsbooks. On game day, the starting lineups for Zambia vs. Lesotho will be revealed.

Zambia vs Lesotho Current Odds

Zambia vs Lesotho Current Odds

Now, let us check a few of the other betting markets and top odds for this match:

• Handicap Odds: Zambia (1.88) / Lesotho (1.86)
• 1x2 Odds: Zambia (1.25) / Draw (5.65) / Lesotho (8.00)
• Over/Under Goals: Over 2.5 (1.97) | Under 2.5 (1.77)

Looking at the betting options for the 90-minute result market, Zambia has the lowest odds of 1.25 for a win, a draw is at 5.65 odds, and a Lesotho victory offers the highest return of 8.00 odds. These are the most attractive betting returns available currently. Our knowledgeable partners suggest that there will be over 1.5 goals scored in this match.

Zambia vs Lesotho Betting Tips

Zambia vs Lesotho Prediction 1: Zambia to Score First

In this matchup against Lesotho, Zambia is the favorite to take the early lead. The Gambians lost badly against Ivory Coast 3-1 to start their AFCON qualifying campaign, but they bounced back to beat Comoros 2-1 in the second match. Lesotho, a team they have defeated twice and only lost to once in four matches, will be their next opponent when they play at home. With our first Zambia vs. Lesotho prediction, we anticipate Zambia to score first.

Zambia vs Lesotho Betting Tips

Zambia vs Lesotho Prediction 2: Zambia to Win

Our choice to win this match is Zambia. After two rounds of the AFCON 2023 qualifiers, they have three goals and four goals conceded, compared to Lesotho's one goal and two goals conceded. Our second prediction is that Zambia will overcome Lesotho on Thursday, March 23.

Zambia vs Lesotho Best Tips From Betimate

• Correct Score Prediction: Half-Time 1-0 to Zambia

Our final score prediction for Zambia vs. Lesotho is true, and we are calling for a close victory for the Zambians. They have performed better offensively and boast dominance in head-to-head matches with Lesotho. The visitors had yet to score and fell to Comoros 2-0 away from home. Finding success on this journey to Zambia will be challenging.

Zambia vs Lesotho Best Tips From Betimate

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Zambia vs Lesotho Possible Lineups

Zambia: Nsabata; Chanda, Chepeshi, F Musonda, Mwape; L Musonda, Banda, Mwepu; Daka, Sakala, E Kangwa.

Lesotho: Moerane; Mkwanazi, Tseka, Makepe, Rasethuntsa; Lenka, Mafatle, Lebokollane, Malane; Bereng, Masoabi.

Zambia vs Lesotho: FAQs

• How did Zambia and Lesotho perform against each other in the last meeting? Lesotho won 1-2 in the last duel.
• Where is the match venue? Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola, Zambia
• What is the seating capacity of the match venue? Levy Mwanawasa Stadium has a seating capacity of 49, 800.