Angola vs Zimbabwe Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | AFCON 2025

Both of these sides have lost their opening games in the tournament.

The Angola national football team are now gearing up to face the Zimbabwe national football team for their second group stage game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. This contest is going to be held at the Stade de Marrakech.

Palancas Negras are coming in after facing a defeat at the hands of the Republic of South Africa in their opening game of the 2025 AFCON. They did put up a strong fight, but it was not enough for them to secure a win. The Angola national football team looked good in the final third, but they need to work on their defence.

[𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝟲 🇦🇴]On se remet au 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹 ! 😤𝗢𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗳 : 3 points face au Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 !#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 | #ForçaAngola | #ForçaPalancas 🇦🇴 pic.twitter.com/Ta1hu3Ej6j

— Palancas Negras 🇦🇴 (@_PalancasNegras) December 23, 2025

The Zimbabwe national football team fell prey to Egypt in their previous match of the African competition. They started the match on the front foot, but were unable to carry their form for the full match. The Warriors must work on controlling the game well, which can become a positive factor for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Marrakech, Morocco
• Stadium: Stade de Marrakech
• Date: Friday, December 26
• Kick-off Time: 06:00 p.m. IST/ 12:30 p.m. GMT/ 07:30 a.m. ET/ 04:30 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Angola: D-D-L-W-L

Zimbabwe: D-L-L-W-L

Players to Watch

Show (Angola)

The 26-year-old was the sole goal scorer for Palancas Negras in their 1-2 loss against South Africa. It was a good performance by him, and he will be looking to put in even better efforts. Show can regulate the ball well in the midfield and will also be looking to play an important role in the final third yet again.

Prince Dube (Zimbabwe)

Prince Dube will be keen to trouble the opponent’s defence. He scored the only goal for the Zimbabwe national football team in their 1-2 defeat to the Pharaohs. The 28-year-old was looking good and will now be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side secure three important points.

Match Facts

• Angola are on a two-match winning streak against the Warriors.
• Zimbabwe have only won one of their last four matches against Palancas Negras.
• Both of these teams have faced a defeat in their opening matches of the AFCON 2025.

Angola vs Zimbabwe: Betting Tips and Odds

• Angola to win @9/10 bet365
• M’Bala Nzola to score @5/2 Bet Victor
• Goals under 3.5 @3/16 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Angola are likely to miss out on the services of Zini due to his fitness issues.

Zimbabwe will have all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 19

Angola won: 8

Zimbabwe won: 8

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Angola predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Marques (GK); Mata, Gaspar, Buatu, Carneiro; Show; Luvumbo, Maestro, Fredy, Dala; Nzola

Zimbabwe predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Arubi (GK); Murwira, Garananga, Takwara, Hadebe; Nakamba; Jalai, Dube, Fabisch, Msendami; Navaya

Match Prediction

Both of these teams are looking to secure a win in their upcoming fixture, but it is not going to be an easy outing for any of them. The Angola national football team are likely to defeat the Zimbabwe national football team in their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations clash.

Prediction: Angola 2-1 Zimbabwe

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

Nigeria: NTA Sports 24, SuperSport

UK: Channel 4

USA: beIN Sports

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