Libya vs Cape Verde: WC Africa, Qualification Group Stage

Libya vs Cape Verde National Football Teams match preview for the Africa Qualification Group stage. Get AI predictions, head-to-head stats, recent form, key players, and predicted and official lineups.

Match Overview

A year after their last encounter in the Africa Qualification Group stage, Libya and Cape Verde meet again in what promises to be a thrilling showdown. Their most recent clash came on June 11, 2024, when Cape Verde edged out Libya 1-0.

Libya enter this fixture full of momentum, having beaten Eswatini and Angola in back-to-back games. The Mediterranean Knights will be eager to extend their winning streak with another strong display at home.

Cape Verde arrive in equally impressive form, unbeaten in seven straight matches and fresh from victories over Cameroon and Mauritius. With both teams riding high, this matchup is set to be a battle of form and confidence.

AI Prediction

Our AI model suggests a very tight contest:

• Libya win: 35%

• Draw: 34%

• Cape Verde win: 31%

This balance reflects how finely poised the game is expected to be.

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Head-to-Head Record

Since 2015, Libya and Cape Verde have faced each other three times:

• Jun 11, 2024 – Africa Qualification Group Stage: Cape Verde 1–0 Libya

• Sep 3, 2016 – Group F: Cape Verde 0–1 Libya

• Sep 6, 2015 – Group F: Libya 1–2 Cape Verde

Overall record:

• Libya Wins: 1

• Cape Verde Wins: 2

• Goals: Libya (2) – Cape Verde (3)

Cape Verde have the edge in recent history, winning two of the three encounters.

Qualification Group Stage Performance

Libya (7 matches)

• Wins: 3

• Draws: 2

• Losses: 2

• Goals Scored: 7 (1.00 per match)

• Goals Conceded: 7 (1.00 per match)

Cape Verde (7 matches)

• Wins: 5

• Draws: 1

• Losses: 1

• Goals Scored: 9 (1.29 per match)

• Goals Conceded: 5 (0.71 per match)

Cape Verde have been more consistent in both attack and defense, but Libya’s home strength makes them dangerous.

Recent Form

Libya (last 20 matches)

• Wins: 8

• Draws: 7

• Losses: 5

• Current run: 2 wins (vs Eswatini, Angola)

Cape Verde (last 20 matches)

• Wins: 11

• Draws: 3

• Losses: 6

• Current run: 2 wins (vs Cameroon, Mauritius), unbeaten in 7

Key Players

Libya

• Mohamed Zubya – Experienced forward, clinical in front of goal.

• Muaid Ellafi – Creative winger, capable of unlocking defenses.

• Ali Salama – Solid at the back, key in organizing Libya’s defense.

Cape Verde

• Ryan Mendes – Captain and talisman, crucial in attack.

• Garry Rodrigues – Pace and flair on the wings, a major threat in transition.

• Stopira – Veteran defender, provides leadership and stability.

Predicted Lineups

Libya (4-3-3)
Muhammad Nashnoush (GK); Ali Salama, Sanad Al Warfali, Moayad Elafi, Hamdou Elhouni; Faisal Al Badri, Ahmed Benali, Rabia Al Shadi; Mohamed Zubya, Anis Saltou, Muaid Ellafi.

Cape Verde (4-2-3-1)
Vozinha (GK); Stopira, Roberto Lopes, Diney, Joao Paulo; Jamiro Monteiro, Kenny Rocha Santos; Ryan Mendes, Garry Rodrigues, Patrick Andrade; Julio Tavares.