Our Predictions
Mali have won all five recent head-to-head matches and come into this fixture with much better form. They are 3rd in the group with 12 points while Chad has just one. The odds for Mali to win are very short at 1.10, highlighting their status as clear favorites.
Chad have only scored 9 goals in their last 20 matches and failed to breach Mali’s defense in the last two meetings. The odds at 1.41 suggest a strong likelihood that Mali will keep another clean sheet.
Three of the last five clashes went over 2.5 goals, and Mali’s attack looks sharp. The odds at 1.43 for over 2.5 goals are attractive given both teams’ tendencies: Mali scores freely, Chad concedes often.
Extratips Match Prediction: Chad vs Mali – World Cup Qualifying Showdown
Welcome to Extratips, your home for football insight! On October 8th, Chad hosts Mali in a World Cup qualifier that pits a determined underdog against a proven contender. The action takes place at Stade Olympique Marechal Idriss Deby Itno at 16:00. Mali boasts 12 points (3rd in the group, 3-3-1) while Chad remains winless at the bottom (1 point, 0-1-7) and desperate for a breakthrough.
The odds are dramatic: Mali to win at 1.10, a draw at 8.50, and Chad to cause an upset at a striking 23.00. Recent clashes favor Mali with five victories in the last five direct matches (most recently 3-1, 3-0, 2-0, 2-1, and 2-1). Chad’s last five home games show four losses and a draw, while Mali’s last five away yielded two wins, two draws, and one defeat—solid form for the visitors.
Mali’s strengths include sharp attacking play (23 goals in qualification), a sturdy defense (just four losses in 20 games), and clinical finishing from star midfielder K Doumbia. Weaknesses? Occasional difficulty breaking deep defenses and a few untimely draws. Chad struggles in attack and discipline but shows spirit against the odds.
Key storylines: Can Chad exploit Mali’s lapses and shock their group? Will Mali’s attack overwhelm early, or will it become a slow-burning tactical battle? With motivation sky-high for both—Chad to avoid last place; Mali to chase qualification—expect drama!