The Matchday 8 encounter in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers between Tanzania and Niger will take place on September 9 at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar. Tanzania vs. Niger: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Predicted lineups for Tanzania vs. Niger
Tanzania (4-4-2): Aishi Manula – Mohamed Hussein, Kelvin Yondani, Erasto Nyoni, Gadiel Michael – Simon Msuva, Himid Mao, Jonas Mkude, Farid Mussa – Mbwana Samatta, John Bocco.
Niger (4-3-3): Kassaly Daouda – Koffi Dan Kowa, Youssouf Oumarou, Mohamed Wonkoye, Issa Moussa – Souleymane Sacko, Yacouba Sylla, Boubacar Hainikoye – Victorien Adebayor, Moussa Maazou, Amadou Sabo.
Tanzania
In their most recent match, Tanzania managed a 1-1 draw against Algeria at home. This result extended their unbeaten streak to three matches in the World Cup qualifiers (1 win, 2 draws). Currently, Tanzania is in third place in their group with five points, and they are determined to secure a win to enhance their chances of moving up the standings.
- Tanzania has not lost in regular time in their last four home matches in the World Cup qualifiers (2 wins, 2 draws).
- The team has managed to score in each of their last five home games in this tournament.
- Tanzania has kept a clean sheet in two of their last three home matches in the World Cup qualifiers.
Niger
Niger comes into this match after a narrow 0-1 loss to Tunisia away from home. This defeat marked their second consecutive loss in the World Cup qualifiers. Currently, Niger is at the bottom of their group with just one point, and they are seeking their first win to revive their campaign.
- Niger has not won any of their last five away matches in the World Cup qualifiers (2 draws, 3 losses).
- The team has failed to score in three of their last five away games in this tournament.
- Niger has conceded at least one goal in each of their last seven away matches in the World Cup qualifiers.
Tanzania vs. Niger: Match Prediction
Tanzania has shown resilience at home, and their recent form suggests they are capable of securing a positive result against Niger. With their unbeaten home record in the qualifiers, Tanzania will be confident of extending their run. Meanwhile, Niger has struggled on the road, and their lack of goals in recent matches could be a concern.
Considering the current form and home advantage, my prediction: Total under 2.5 goals
