The final match in Group G of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers is set to take place between Sierra Leone and Zambia at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex on Tuesday. While Sierra Leone is already out of contention for qualification, Zambia aims to secure maximum points and clinch first place in the group.
Sierra Leone faced disappointment in their last match against Chad, ending in a 1-1 draw. Despite a strong start with a goal from Abu Dumbuya, Chad equalized with a penalty from Mahamat Thiam. The team has had a challenging campaign, only managing to secure one point from their first three matches before defeating Ivory Coast. Unfortunately, they will miss out on the AFCON for the second time in a row.
On the other hand, Zambia secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Ivory Coast in their last match, putting them in a strong position at the top of the Group G standings. With three wins in their last four matches, Zambia has shown impressive form, especially defensively with three clean sheets.
In terms of team news, Sierra Leone might be without midfielder Dumbuya due to injury, while Zambia is expected to field their strongest XI after their victory against Ivory Coast. Kennedy Musonda, who scored the winning goal in the last match, will be a key player for Zambia.
Considering the current form and head-to-head record between the two teams, Zambia is favored to win this match. We predict a 2-1 victory for Zambia, as they aim to secure first place in the group standings.
Overall, this match promises to be an exciting end to the qualifiers, with Zambia looking to finish on a high and Sierra Leone playing for pride. Fans can expect an entertaining contest between these two African nations on Tuesday.
