The Matchday 8 fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers between Zambia and Morocco will take place on September 8 at the New Ndola Stadium. Zambia vs. Morocco: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Predicted lineups for Zambia vs. Morocco
Zambia (4-4-2): Kennedy Mweene – Tandi Mwape, Stoppila Sunzu, Kabaso Chongo, Lawrence Chungu – Enock Mwepu, Clatous Chama, Rainford Kalaba, Augustine Mulenga – Patson Daka, Fashion Sakala.
Morocco (4-3-3): Yassine Bounou – Achraf Hakimi, Romain Saïss, Nayef Aguerd, Noussair Mazraoui – Sofyan Amrabat, Hakim Ziyech, Azzedine Ounahi – Youssef En-Nesyri, Sofiane Boufal, Ayoub El Kaabi.
Zambia
Zambia's recent form has been inconsistent. In their last outing, they secured a narrow 1-0 win against Mozambique, which ended a three-match winless streak in the qualifiers. Currently, Zambia sits third in the group standings, needing a strong finish to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
- Zambia has kept a clean sheet in 2 of their last 4 home matches in World Cup qualifiers.
- The team has not lost in regular time in 3 of their last 5 home games in this competition (2 wins, 1 draw).
- Zambia has scored at least one goal in 4 of their last 5 home matches in the qualifiers.
Morocco
Morocco comes into this match on the back of a commanding 3-0 victory over Guinea. The team is in formidable form, having won all their matches in the group so far. Morocco leads the group standings and is in a strong position to qualify for the World Cup.
- Morocco has not conceded a goal in their last 4 away matches in World Cup qualifiers.
- The team has won in regular time in 5 of their last 6 away games in this competition.
- Morocco has scored at least two goals in 4 of their last 5 away matches in the qualifiers.
Zambia vs. Morocco: Match Prediction
Zambia will look to leverage their home advantage to challenge a strong Moroccan side. However, Morocco's defensive solidity and attacking prowess make them favorites in this encounter. With both teams having a lot at stake, it is expected to be a tightly contested match.
Considering all factors, my prediction: Total under 2.5 goals
