Gambia vs Tunisia Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | AFCON 2025 Qualifiers

The Carthage Eagles lead Group A after matchday 1.

The qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) are up. Group A leaders Tunisia secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Madagascar in their opening game. They have set the tone for the remainder of the campaign. The Carthage Eagles will take on Gambia up next in their second qualifying fixture.

Gambia on the other hand started their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Comoros on Wednesday. The Scorpions have not had a year to remember. They have lost five of their last seven games. However, having picked up a point in their opening encounter, Gambia will be hopeful to give a good account of themselves in the second time of asking.

Kick Off

Sunday, September 8 at 3:00 PM GMT, 8:30 PM IST

Venue: Stade El Abdi, Morocco

Form

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

Tunisia (in all competitions): W-D-W-D-D

Players to watch 

Ablie Jallow (Gambia)

The 25-year-old winger has scored eight goals for the Gambia. He is their second-all-time record goalscorer. Ablie Jallow is just five goals away from becoming his nation’s all-time top scorer.

The FC Metz winger is known for his ball distribution and free kicks. He can also play across multiple positions as and when required. Moreover, he has already scored a goal against the Carthage Eagles.

Ferjani Sassi (Tunisia)

Ferjani Sassi is one of the most influential and impactful players for Tunisia. He is known for his consistency, accurate last-ditch tackles and excellent game-reading abilities. The 32-year-old became the North African nation’s hero in the last game.

He scored a late winner minutes after coming on as a substitute. Sassi is one of the longest-serving players and has made over 70 appearances for the national team.

Match facts

• Tunisia have never won a game against Gambia
• Gambia defeated Tunisia 2-0 in their last meeting
• Ablie Jallow was on the scoresheet the last time these two teams came up against each other

Gambia vs Tunisia: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Game to end in a draw
• Tip 2: Ablie Jallow to score anytime
• Tip 3: Both teams to score

Injury & Team News

Both teams are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection for this AFCON 2025 Qualifiers game.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 2

Gambia wins – 2

Tunisia wins – 0

Draws – 0

Predicted Line-up 

Gambia (4-3-3)

Sibi (GK); Ceesay, Idrissa, Gomez, Ibou; Ablie Jallow, Adams, Barrow; Edrima, Minteh, Ali

Tunisia (4-3-3)

Said (GK); Valery, Meriah, Talbi, Abdi; Hamza, Skhiri, Sassi; Ouanes, Jaziri, Youssef

Prediction for Gambia vs Tunisia

The game is expected to end in a stalemate with both teams giving tough competition to each other. Tunisia don’t have a good record against Gambia while the Scorpions have not enjoyed a good run of form this year. So, expect both sides to share spoils.

Prediction: Gambia 1-1 Tunisia

Telecast for Gambia vs Tunisia

India: N/A

Nigeria: NTA Sports 24

Canada: beIN Sports Canada, Fubo Canada

USA: Fubo, Fanatiz and beIN SPORTS Connect

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