Preview and follow Starting lineup for Botswana National Football Team vs Uganda National Football Team, Timeline and live score results for this CAF WC Africa Qualifiers Group stage match. The match is staged toaday on October 9th, with kickoff scheduled for 19:00 Time in East Africa, 16:00 UTC.
Botswana vs Uganda Lineup, Results in Live Score
Match Preview
Anticipation is building as the two sides prepare to meet again, nearly a year after their previous encounter in the same competition — a match Uganda narrowly won 1-0. Botswana enter this fixture in search of redemption, but their recent form has been worrying. They head into this clash following consecutive defeats to Mozambique and Algeria, extending their winless run to four matches. Defensive discipline will be key for the Zebras, who have conceded in each of their last three outings.
Uganda, on the other hand, approach this match in strong form, buoyed by back-to-back victories over Somalia and Mozambique. The Cranes will look to maintain their winning momentum as they aim to solidify their position in the group.
Predicted Starting Lineup For Botswana:
| No. | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Keagile Kgosipula | Goalkeeper |
| 5 | Alford Velaphi | Defender |
| 20 | Tebogo Kopelang | Defender |
| 4 | Mosha Gaolaolwe | Defender |
| 21 | Kitso Mangolo | Defender |
| 7 | Thatayaone Kgamanyane | Midfielder |
| 18 | Lebogang Ditsele | Midfielder |
| 15 | Mothusi Cooper | Midfielder |
| 8 | Thabo Maponda | Attacker |
| 2 | Rudolph Mpho Kgaswane | Midfielder |
| 11 | Tumisang Orebonye | Attacker |
Predicted Starting xi For Uganda:
| No. | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Salim Jamal Magoola | Goalkeeper |
| 12 | Elvis Bwomono | Midfielder |
| 23 | Aziz Kayondo | Defender |
| 13 | Elio Capradossi | Defender |
| 15 | Jordan Obita | Defender |
| 8 | Khalid Aucho | Midfielder |
| 4 | Kenneth Semakula | Midfielder |
| 21 | Allan Okello | Midfielder |
| 22 | Jude Ssemugabi | Attacker |
| 11 | Steven Mukwala | Attacker |
| 7 | Rogers Mato | Attacker |
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Head-to-Head Record
The two nations have met three times since June 2015 — and Uganda have dominated every encounter. Botswana are yet to claim a win or draw against their East African rivals. Their most recent clash took place on June 7, 2024, with Uganda once again coming out on top, 1-0.
Past Meetings:
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Jun 7, 2024 – Africa Qualification Group Stage: Uganda 1–0 Botswana
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Jun 4, 2016 – Qualifying Round, Group D: Botswana 1–2 Uganda
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Jun 13, 2015 – Qualifying Round, Group A: Uganda 2–0 Botswana
Across these matches, Botswana have scored one goal, while Uganda have netted five, giving the Cranes a clear upper hand historically.
Current Form & Statistics
Botswana:
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Played: 8 | Wins: 3 | Draws: 0 | Losses: 5
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Goals Scored: 10 (1.25 per match)
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Goals Conceded: 13 (1.63 per match)
Uganda:
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Played: 8 | Wins: 5 | Draws: 0 | Losses: 3
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Goals Scored: 12 (1.50 per match)
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Goals Conceded: 7 (0.88 per match)
Recent Form:
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Botswana: Two consecutive losses (Mozambique, Algeria)
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Uganda: Two consecutive wins (Somalia, Mozambique)
Overall, in their last twenty matches, Botswana have registered 5 wins, 7 losses, and 8 draws, while Uganda, in their last nineteen outings, have managed 11 wins, 5 losses, and 3 draws — a clear indication of their stronger form.
AI Match Prediction
Pre-match analytics suggest that Uganda hold the edge with a 38% chance of victory. A draw is estimated at 37%, while Botswana’s chances stand at 25%. These probabilities will update dynamically once the match is underway as the AI tracks every minute in real time.
Data Credit:
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