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Benin host Central Africa in Group F of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers on 16.11.2026. Benin sit top of the standings with seven points from three matches, while Central Africa remain bottom with zero points and a goal difference of -6. The reverse fixture on 12.11.2026 ended 4-1 in Benin’s favour, and Central Africa have not won a qualifier yet this cycle.
Aiyegun Tosin is the Benin player to watch. The forward scored four goals in his last two appearances and took 12 shots, so he represents the biggest threat to a Central Africa defence that has conceded eight times. On the other side, Louis Mafouta is the main outlet for Central Africa. He scored twice in the recent matches and leads the attack with six shots, so he will likely carry the hopes of the visitors.
Hot stat: Benin scored eight goals across their last five matches, and four of those came from Tosin alone. Central Africa managed only two goals in the same period.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Africa Cup of Nations 2027, Qualifier Group F |
| 🗓️ Date: | 16.11.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 18:00 CEST |
Central Africa vs Benin prediction
We predict Benin to win this match, and we back them to cover a -1.5 handicap. The bookmakers price Benin at 1.51 on average, which leaves little return on a straight win. The handicap offers a better number because Benin scored at least four goals in their last home-and-away meeting and have won six of their last fifteen matches, while Central Africa have collected only one win in the same span. Benin also have the stronger squad depth, and Central Africa’s defensive record of eight goals conceded in three qualifiers suggests they struggle to hold a lead.
Benin play with a higher tempo and more attacking output. They recorded 36 shots and 676 passes across five matches, and they committed only 30 fouls. Central Africa made more passes (888), but they accumulated 32 fouls and two yellow cards, which points to a side that spends more time defending deep. Benin averaged fewer corners than Central Africa, so the corner count should stay moderate. Benin’s pressing and direct attacks should force Central Africa into repeated defensive actions, which fits the margin we expect.
| 🔥 Hot Tip: | Benin -1.5 (Benin to win by two or more goals) |
| ⚽ Total Goals: | Under 3.5 |
| 💥 Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯 Total Corners: | Under 8.5 |
Team Analysis
Central Africa have lost three qualifiers in a row, and their form across the last 15 matches shows one win, four draws and ten defeats. Their most recent match ended 1-4 against Benin, with Mafouta scoring the only goal. The side created 28 shots in the last five matches but converted just two. In our preview of Benin vs Central Africa we called a Benin win, and the 4-1 result delivered it. Central Africa’s 32 fouls and two yellow cards reflect a team under constant pressure, and the 0-3 defeat to Angola earlier in the cycle confirms the defensive weakness.
Benin have won six of their last fifteen matches and remain unbeaten in their last two qualifiers. Their latest result was the 4-1 win over Central Africa, where Tosin and Aloko both found the net. Benin lost 0-3 to Argentina in a friendly, but they bounced back with a 2-1 win over Mauritania and a 1-1 draw with Burkina Faso. In our preview of Benin vs Central Africa we backed Benin to win, and the 4-1 scoreline confirmed that call. Benin conceded no yellow cards in five matches, which shows disciplined play, and their 24 interceptions point to a compact midfield.
Most recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Central Africa | Benin |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 1 | 4 |
🚨 Check out our dedicated Central Africa vs Benin stats page for more info.
Central Africa. Source: Official Facebook
Pre-game odds and win probability: Benin the favourite
- Moneyline Central Africa 5.80 | Benin 1.51
- Draw 3.75
Benin carry an average win probability of 60% against 16% for Central Africa, with the draw priced at 24%. The bookmaker range for Benin runs from 1.47 to 1.55, which shows broad agreement on the favourite. Central Africa’s odds of 5.25 to 6.34 reflect their poor run of results, so the market already accounts for the gap. We see no value in backing the straight win at this price, which is why we prefer the handicap.
Possible Starting Lineups
Central Africa possible starting eleven
- GK: Dominique Youfeigane
- DF: Julien Kouadio, Hugo Gambor, James Emmanuel Okeke, Salomon Sambia
- MF: Geoffrey Kondogbia, Isaac Solet Bomawoko, Sami Wattel
- FW: Louis Mafouta, Goduine Koyalipou, Moustapha Djimet
We expect Youfeigane to start in goal, as he played every minute of the last two matches. Kouadio and Gambor form the most reliable pairing at the back, with Kouadio logging 180 minutes across both games. Kondogbia brings the most passing volume in midfield, while Mafouta leads the line. The side should line up in a 4-2-3-1 with Mafouta as the lone striker, and Koyalipou and Djimet providing width and support. Watch Kondogbia, who completed 104 passes in two matches, as the key link between defence and attack.
Benin possible starting eleven
- GK: Marcel Dandjinou
- DF: Yohan Roche, Mohamed Tijani, Tamimou Ouorou, Charlemagne Azongnitode
- MF: Junior Olaitan, Sessi D’Almeida, Imourane Hassane, Dokou Dodo
- FW: Aiyegun Tosin, Rodolfo Aloko
Dandjinou is the only goalkeeper with regular minutes, so he starts in goal. The back four of Roche, Tijani, Ouorou and Azongnitode played the full 180 minutes in both matches, which makes them the most consistent unit in the squad. D’Almeida and Hassane should anchor the midfield, with Olaitan operating just behind the front line. Tosin remains the главный threat, and Aloko offers a physical presence up front. Benin should line up in a 4-2-3-1, with Tosin and Aloko providing the main attacking options. Tosin is the player to watch, as he has scored four goals from 12 shots.
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Benin. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
We predict Benin to win by two or more goals, with fewer than 3.5 goals in total. Benin’s attacking output and squad consistency outweigh Central Africa’s poor defensive record and low scoring rate. Central Africa have scored only two goals in five matches, so a clean sheet for Benin or a narrow win for Benin both look realistic. To be honest, Central Africa could still produce a consolation goal through Mafouta, which keeps the BTTS option at no, but not zero. Benin’s disciplined record and their recent 4-1 win over this opponent make them the clear side to back.
