Nigeria vs Zimbabwe: betting odds 25 Mar 2025

The Matchday 6 World Cup 2026 qualifier between Nigeria and Zimbabwe will take place on March 25 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria vs. Zimbabwe: prediction and betting odds, statistics.


Predicted lineups for Nigeria vs. Zimbabwe

Nigeria (4-3-3): Francis Uzoho – Ola Aina, William Troost-Ekong, Leon Balogun, Zaidu Sanusi – Wilfred Ndidi, Joe Aribo, Alex Iwobi – Samuel Chukwueze, Victor Osimhen, Kelechi Iheanacho.


Zimbabwe (4-2-3-1): Elvis Chipezeze – Tendayi Darikwa, Teenage Hadebe, Alec Mudimu, Divine Lunga – Marvelous Nakamba, Marshall Munetsi – Khama Billiat, Knowledge Musona, Tino Kadewere – David Moyo.

Nigeria

In their last match, Nigeria secured a 2-1 victory against South Africa. This win extended their unbeaten run in the qualifiers to four matches (3 wins, 1 draw). Nigeria has been impressive at home, winning their last two matches and scoring a total of six goals. The Super Eagles are currently leading their group with 10 points and are eager to maintain their top position with another victory.


  • Nigeria has not lost in regular time in their last 5 home matches in World Cup qualifiers (4 wins, 1 draw).
  • The team has scored at least two goals in 4 of their last 5 home games in this tournament.
  • Nigeria has kept a clean sheet in 3 of their last 5 home matches in World Cup qualifiers.

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe suffered a 0-3 defeat at home against Algeria in their previous match. This result marked their second consecutive loss in the qualifiers, leaving them with only 3 points in the group standings. Zimbabwe's away form has been concerning, as they have struggled to secure victories on the road.


  • The team has not won in regular time in their last 4 away matches in World Cup qualifiers (2 draws, 2 losses).
  • Zimbabwe has failed to score in 3 of their last 4 away games in this tournament.
  • No more than two goals have been scored in 90 minutes in 4 of Zimbabwe's last 5 away matches in World Cup qualifiers.

Nigeria vs. Zimbabwe: Match Prediction

Nigeria has shown strong form at home and will be looking to capitalize on Zimbabwe's away struggles. The Super Eagles have been effective in front of goal, while Zimbabwe has found it difficult to score on the road. Given these factors, I expect Nigeria to secure a comfortable victory. My prediction: Nigeria to win

Betting tips 25 Mar 2025

As the second round of CAF World Cup qualifiers resumes, both Nigeria and Zimbabwe find themselves outside the automatic qualification places, with work to do in the race for the 2026 finals. While Nigeria are edging closer to the top two, Zimbabwe are bottom of the group – but the margins are tight, and the stakes are high.

Nigeria finally got off the mark with a first win in this qualifying campaign, beating Rwanda (2:0) away. That lifted them to five points – just two behind second-placed Benin. However, their earlier struggles have left little room for error. A shock defeat to Benin (1:2) in the group stage has further complicated their path. Consistency remains an issue for the Nigerian side, who have talent in abundance but haven’t yet found their rhythm in the qualifiers.

Zimbabwe may sit bottom of the group, but they’re no pushovers. Ranked 121st by FIFA, they’ve fared better than some higher-ranked rivals and have secured qualification for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. Zimbabwe drew (1:1) in the first leg against Nigeria and recently fought to a 2:2 draw with Benin, sealed by a captain’s goal from star midfielder Marshall Munetsi. Munetsi is now playing regularly for Wolverhampton, having completed an €18 million winter transfer from Reims.

Nigeria’s recent results don’t inspire confidence in an easy victory against a solid mid-table side. Even if the Zimbabweans lose, it will likely be by a narrow margin.

Betting prediction
Zimbabwe (+1.5)
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Odds
3/4
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Nigeria vs Zimbabwe Odds

CAF World Cup: previous matches in the tournament

Nigeria
21.03.25
Rwanda
Nigeria
W
10.06.24
Benin
Nigeria
L
07.06.24
Nigeria
South Africa
D
19.11.23
Zimbabwe
Nigeria
D
16.11.23
Nigeria
Lesotho
D
More matches
Zimbabwe
20.03.25
Zimbabwe
Benin
D
11.06.24
South Africa
Zimbabwe
L
07.06.24
Zimbabwe
Lesotho
L
19.11.23
Zimbabwe
Nigeria
D
15.11.23
Rwanda
Zimbabwe
D
More matches

H2H: Nigeria — Zimbabwe

CAF World Cup
19.11.23
Zimbabwe
Nigeria
Friendlies 2019
08.06.19
Nigeria
Zimbabwe
0
:
0

Group stage

WC Qualification Africa: Group C
Team
Played
Matches played
W
D
L
Goals
Goals
Points
Points
1
South Africa
  -:- 2:1 -:- 2:0 3:1 6 4 1 1
10:5
13
2
Rwanda
2:0   -:- 0:2 1:1 0:0 6 2 2 2
4:4
8
3
Benin
0:2 1:0   2:1 -:- -:- 6 2 2 2
6:7
8
4
Nigeria
1:1 -:- -:-   1:1 1:1 6 1 4 1
7:6
7
5
Lesotho
-:- 0:1 0:0 -:-   -:- 6 1 3 2
4:5
6
6
Zimbabwe
-:- -:- 2:2 1:1 0:2   6 0 4 2
5:9
4

Team lineups

Nigeria

É. Chelle
coach
Player Matches Goals
Line-up
Stanley Bobo Nwabali
gk. 2 -1
Bright Osayi-Samuel
df. 4 0
Calvin Chinedu Bassey
df. 4 0
Ola Aina
df. 2 0
William Troost-Ekong
df. 0 0
Wilfred Ndidi
mf. 2 0
Ademola Lookman
fw. 4 0
Alex Iwobi
fw. 4 0
Samuel Chukwueze
fw. 3 0
Moses Simon
fw. 2 0
Victor Osimhen
fw. 1 2
Substitutes
Amas Obasogie
gk. 0 0
Kayode Iyanu Bankole
gk. 0 0
Sopuruchukwu Bruno Onyemaechi
df. 2 0
Igoh Ogbu
df. 0 0
Jordan Torunarigha
df. 0 0
Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi Pigui
mf. 3 0
Raphael Onyedika Nwadike
mf. 3 1
Joe Aribo
mf. 2 0
Papa Mustapha Daniel
mf. 0 0
Victor Okoh Boniface
fw. 3 0
Umar Sadiq Mesbah
fw. 1 0
Toluwalase Emmanuel Arokodare
fw. 0 0
Zimbabwe

M. Nees
coach
Player Matches Goals
Line-up
Washington Arubi
gk. 1 0
Divine Lunga
df. 5 0
John Gerald Tungamirai Takwara
df. 4 0
Jordan Bhekithemba Zemura
df. 3 0
Munashe Peter Garan'anga
df. 3 0
Emmanuel Jalai
df. 0 0
Marshall Munetsi
mf. 4 0
Andrew Farai Rinomhota
mf. 3 0
Knowledge Musona
mf. 0 0
Walter Tatenda Musona
fw. 2 1
Substitutes
Marley Joseph Tavaziva
gk. 0 0
Martín Mapisa
gk. 0 0
Godknows Murwira
df. 0 0
Peter Muduhwa
df. 0 0
Tawanda Blessing Chirewa
mf. 2 1
Richard Cuthbert Hachiro
mf. 1 0
Terrence Mudauzi Dzvukamanja
fw. 3 0
Prince Mpumelelo Dube
fw. 2 0
Tawanda Jethro Maswanhise
fw. 2 0

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