Cape Verde vs Eswatini: WC Africa Qualification Group Stage

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Two years after their last encounter in the Africa Qualification Group Stage, Cape Verde and Eswatini meet again in a renewed battle for continental pride. Their most recent clash ended with Cape Verde securing a 0–2 victory, and the Blue Sharks now enter this fixture following a 1–1 draw with Libya last Wednesday — extending their unbeaten run to eight consecutive matches.

Eswatini, meanwhile, come into this encounter after earning a hard-fought draw against Angola. However, their defense remains a concern, having conceded in each of their last six outings.

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Head-to-Head Record

The two teams have met three times since March 2023. Cape Verde have dominated the rivalry with two wins and one draw, keeping a clean sheet in all meetings.

Past Results:

• Nov 21, 2023 – Africa Qualification Group Stage: Eswatini 0–2 Cape Verde

• Mar 28, 2023 – Qualifying Round, Group B: Eswatini 0–1 Cape Verde

• Mar 24, 2023 – Qualifying Round, Group B: Cape Verde 0–0 Eswatini

Across these encounters, Cape Verde have scored three goals, while Eswatini are yet to find the net. The statistics clearly favor Cape Verde, who have maintained superior form in recent meetings.

Current Form and Statistics

Cape Verde (Africa Qualification Group Stage)

• Played: 8

• Wins: 6

• Draws: 1

• Losses: 1

• Goals Scored: 10 (1.25 per match)

• Goals Conceded: 5 (0.63 per match)

Eswatini (Africa Qualification Group Stage)

• Played: 8

• Wins: 0

• Draws: 2

• Losses: 6

• Goals Scored: 4 (0.50 per match)

• Goals Conceded: 14 (1.75 per match)

Cape Verde’s last outing was a 1–1 draw against Libya, while Eswatini’s most recent match ended in a 0–0 stalemate with Angola. Over their last 20 matches, Cape Verde have recorded 10 wins, six losses, and four draws. Eswatini, on the other hand, have struggled with just three wins, eight draws, and nine defeats in their last 20 games.

AI Match Prediction

Our AI model provides a dynamic prediction before kickoff, continually updating during the match based on live data. Pre-match analysis suggests Cape Verde hold the upper hand with a 49% chance of victory, while a draw sits at 27% and an Eswatini win at 24%.