World Cup – Central African Republic vs Nigeria: Betting Preview

The Barthélemy Boganda Stadium plays host to another 2022 World Cup qualifier between Central African Republic and Nigeria on Sunday.

In what is the second meeting between these two sides in the space of a week, defeat is not an option for both teams. The outcome could have a telling effect on their chances of qualifying for the next round.

Nigeria, for one, are out for redemption after suffering an unexpected 1-0 home loss to their opponenents last Thursday. The Super Eagles still sit on top of Group C with six points. However, as only three points stand between them and fourth-place Liberia, another defeat would be unacceptable.

On the other end, Central African Republic have everything to gain and nothing to lose at home. A late goal from substitute Karl Namnganda handed them a surprise win in Lagos last time out.

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Stats and facts for Central African Republic vs Nigeria.

Form Central African Republic vs Nigeria

Wild Beasts aim to build winning run

Results have improved of late for Central African Republic ahead of their latest fixture. In their 3 latest outings, Raoul Savoy’s side drew 1-1 with Cape Verde Islands before suffering a 1-0 defeat to Liberia. Their latest game produced a 1-0 victory against Nigeria.

Super Eagles aim to return to form

Nigeria hope to recover from a small blip to recover their previous good form. In their last 3 matches, Gernot Rohr’s side defeated Liberia 2-0 and then proceeded to beat Cape Verde Islands 2-1. But they lost 1-0 to Central African Republic last time out.

Central African Republic vs Nigeria – Fixture history

This will be the second time Nigeria and Central African Republic have gone head-to-head in a World Cup qualifier.

Man of the Moment

The standings of the top-scoring players in the last 6 matches show that Victor Osimhen could be Nigeria’s go-to guy for the goals. On the other side, Louis Mafouta is one of the decisive players from Central African Republic. Both players are expected to be dangerous and difficult for defenses to stop.