AFCON 2023: Cape Verde vs Mozambique: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :January 17, 2024 at 2:50 PM

Modified at :January 17, 2024 at 4:30 PM

After enjoying a good result each, the Blue Sharks will take on the Mambas on matchday 2

In Group B of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, an interesting sight to see after matchday 1. The nation of Cape Verde Islands leads the table currently with 3 points to show for and in a group that has Egypt and Ghana as well. Bubista’s men made their nation proud by beating Ghana 2-1 on day 1 and now will be up against Mozambique.

The Mozambique national football team also had put on a thrilling display against last tournament’s runners-up Egypt. After being a goal down in just 2 minutes, they came back from behind to make it 2-1 by the hour mark. It was only because of Mohamed Salah‘s late added-time penalty, that the Mambas had to settle for a draw.

Kick-Off:

Friday, 19 January 2024 at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM UK)

Location: Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny

Form

Cape Verde Islands (in all competitions): W-L-W-D-L

Mozambique (in all competitions): D-D-W-L-W

Players to Watch

Bebé (Cape Verde Islands)

The former Manchester United winger had a good game in the kits of Cape Verde Islands. In the 2-1 win over the Black Stars, Bebé attempted five shots and played 75 minutes from the start. The Rayo Vallecano star will be eager to try and help his side with goals as well.

Witi (Mozambique)

With the number 19 on his back, Witi was one of the key players in the 2-2 draw against the Pharaohs. The 27-year-old winger plays for CD Nacional in the second tier of the Portuguese football division. Witi started the game and also scored the first goal for his nation in the 2-2 draw.

Match Facts

Cape Verde are currently leading the Group B of the 2023 AFCON table
On matchday 1, the Blue Sharks stunned Ghana with a 2-1 win while the Mambas made a point on the table against Egypt
This AFCON tournament is Cape Verde’s fourth appearance while Mozambique’s fifth

Injury & Team News

No injury news for the side that stunned Chris Hughton’s Ghana on matchday 1. The Cape Verde side thrives on team effort and is likely to start the same starting XI on matchday 2 after this stunning win.

And just like, Cape Verde, Mozambique also have no reported injuries at the moment.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 4

Cape Verde Islands wins – 2

Mozambique wins – 1

Draws – 1

Predicted Lineup

Cape Verde Islands predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Vozinha (GK); Moreira, Costa, Lopes, Fernandes; Duarte, Pina, Monteiro; Mendes, Bebé, Cabral

Mozambique predicted lineup (4-4-1-1):

Siluane (GK); Domingos, Mexer, Edmilson, Mandava; Witi, Guima, Amade, Vilanculos; Domingues; Ratifo

Match Prediction for Cape Verde vs Mozambique

After compelling results in their matchday 1 fixtures each, this game should be mouth-watering to watch. With the slightest of chances, expecting the Blue Sharks to once again get all three points. A win will surely make the next-round chances for Cape Verde all but ensured.

Prediction: Cape Verde Islands 1-0 Mozambique

Telecast for Cape Verde vs Mozambique

India – FanCode

UK – Sky Sports

US – beIN Sports

Nigeria – NTA

AFCON 2023 Worldwide Broadcast Details: Click here

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