Niger vs Congo Prediction & Betting Tips (8 October)

The upcoming World Championship 2026 qualifier between Niger and Congo Brazzaville promises a tense showdown as both sides seek redemption and momentum in Group E. Niger, led by veteran coach Badou Zaki, recently unveiled a 25-man squad featuring a blend of youth and experience. Key figures like Amadou Moutari and Boubacar Goumey—who both scored in their 2-1 win over Zambia—will be pivotal in attack. Despite a rocky start to the qualifiers, including a 1-0 loss to Tanzania, Niger’s recent form suggests a team slowly finding its rhythm, especially with their defensive unit tightening up after a string of poor results earlier in the year.

Congo, under the guidance of Isaac Ngata, enters the fixture with a cloud of inconsistency. Their last competitive outing saw them fall 4-2 to Zambia, despite goals from Silvere Ganvoula and Mons Bassouamina. Bassouamina, who also netted in a friendly against Gabon, remains Congo’s most reliable threat up front. However, the Red Devils have struggled to convert possession into points, with just one win in their last seven competitive matches. Their defensive frailties have been exposed repeatedly, and against a Niger side that’s beginning to gel, Congo will need to be more disciplined and clinical.



Historically, Niger has failed to beat Congo in their last five meetings, but the tide may be turning. Zaki’s men have shown flashes of resilience, particularly in their recent fixtures against Zimbabwe and Gabon, where they managed to avoid defeat. The midfield trio of Youssouf Oumaru, Housseyne Badamassi, and Sabo Moustapha will be tasked with controlling the tempo and feeding the attacking line. With home advantage in Ouagadougou and a renewed sense of purpose, Niger looks poised to break their winless streak against Congo.

Given the current trajectory of both teams, a 2-1 victory for Niger seems a plausible outcome. Congo’s attacking prowess will likely yield a goal, but their defensive lapses could be their undoing. Niger’s recent improvements in both structure and morale, coupled with standout performances from their forwards, suggest they have just enough firepower to edge past their rivals. Expect a tightly contested match, but one where Niger finally gets the better of Congo in a crucial step toward World Championship qualification.

• Summary: Niger is going head to head with Congo Republic starting on 8 Oct 2025 at 19:00 UTC at Stade du 4-Août stadium, Ouagadougou city, Burkina Faso. The match is a part of the FIFA World Cup, Qualification CAF, Group E .