In their fifth game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Uganda will visit Mozambique on Thursday, March 20, 2025, with the latter hosting the match at the Cairo International Stadium in Egypt. The Nerve Africa looks into the upcoming match.
Match Overview
Mozambique will use the Cairo International Stadium as their designated home venue since they do not have a stadium that meets CAF and FIFA standards. As a result, they will be deprived of the traditional home advantage in terms of crowd support. In Group C, Mozambique sit second with nine points from four matches, having won three games in their qualification campaign. On the other hand, Uganda are fifth in the six-team group, with six points.
Mozambique Recent Form Analysis
Across all competitions, including the African Nations Championship (CHAN) and AFCON qualifiers, Mozambiquehave won two games and suffered three defeats. They have scored five goals while conceding eight in that period.
- Last Five Games: 2 wins, 3 losses.
- Latest Result: Zambia 3-0 Mozambique.
Uganda Recent Form Analysis
Uganda have lost only once in their last five matches, winning the other four across all competitions. During this time, the Cranes have scored five goals while conceding three.
- Last Five Games: 4 wins, 1 loss.
- Latest Result: Uganda 1-0 Burundi.
Head-to-Head (Last Games)
Mozambique and Uganda have never met in a competitive match in recorded history.
Our Prediction for Mozambique vs Uganda
Uganda hold the edge over Mozambique in terms of recent form. Additionally, while Mozambique will technically be the hosts, they will miss out on the crucial home support, as the match will be played in Egypt. Punters should stake on Under 2.5 goals with odds of 1.42 on 1xBet. Another option is a Draw (X) with odds of 2.9 on 1xBet.
Player to Watch
Allan Okello – The Ugandan attacking midfielder and playmaker has been in outstanding form for his club Vipers SC this season. He has scored 15 goals and provided two assists in the Uganda Premier League and Uganda Cup. He will be Uganda’s main attacking asset against Mozambique on Thursday.
Best Odds and Betting Tips
We’ve identified the following as the best tips for this match:
- Under 2.5 goals with odds of 1.42 on 1xBet.
- Draw (X) with odds of 2.9 on 1xBet.
