The Matchday 8 fixture of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers between Equatorial Guinea and Tunisia will be held on September 8 at the New Malabo Stadium. Equatorial Guinea vs. Tunisia: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Predicted lineups for Equatorial Guinea vs. Tunisia
Equatorial Guinea (4-4-2): Jesus Owono – Basilio Ndong, Saul Coco, Carlos Akapo, Emilio Nsue – Jose Machin, Pablo Ganet, Federico Bikoro, Ruben Belima – Emilio Nsue, Iban Salvador.
Tunisia (4-2-3-1): Aymen Dahmen – Mohamed Drager, Montassar Talbi, Dylan Bronn, Ali Maaloul – Ellyes Skhiri, Aissa Laidouni – Wahbi Khazri, Youssef Msakni, Saif-Eddine Khaoui – Seifeddine Jaziri.
Equatorial Guinea
In their last outing, Equatorial Guinea secured a 1-0 victory against Libya at home, marking their third consecutive win in the qualifiers. This impressive run has seen them climb to second place in their group, trailing only Tunisia. The team has displayed a solid defensive performance, conceding just one goal in their last three matches.
- Equatorial Guinea has won all three of their home matches in the current qualifiers.
- They have kept a clean sheet in two of their last three home games.
- The team has not conceded more than one goal in any of their last five matches.
Tunisia
Tunisia's form has been equally impressive, with a 3-0 victory over Zambia in their last match. They remain unbeaten in the qualifiers, leading the group with a perfect record. The team has been prolific in attack, scoring 10 goals in their last three matches, while maintaining a strong defense.
- Tunisia has won all three of their away matches in the current qualifiers.
- They have scored at least two goals in each of their last three away games.
- The team has kept a clean sheet in four of their last five matches.
Equatorial Guinea vs. Tunisia: Match Prediction
Both teams are in excellent form, making this a highly anticipated clash. Equatorial Guinea has shown resilience and defensive solidity at home, while Tunisia boasts a potent attack and a perfect record in the group. Given the stakes, this match is expected to be closely contested.
Considering all factors, my prediction: Total under 2.5 goals
