Nigeria vs Zimbabwe Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Both of the previous meetings between these teams have ended in a draw.

The Nigeria national football team are all set to host the Zimbabwe national football team in match week six of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers. The hosts are in fourth place in Group C having won only one game in their five matches. The visitors are in the last place as they are winless at the moment.

The Nigeria national football team have a chance to get to the second place in the table if they are able to win their upcoming fixture against Zimbabwe. They are coming in after defeating Rwanda in their previous game and will be looking to continue their momentum going further. They might increase their winning run to two here.

The Zimbabwe national football team will be away from home and will be under pressure. They are yet to win a game in the FIFA World Cup 2026 CAF qualifiers. They were held to a draw in their previous confrontation against Benin. Zimbabwe conceded a couple of goals but later made a comeback after netting two goals and securing a point.

Kick-off:

• Location: Uyo, Nigeria
• Stadium: Godswill Akpabio International Stadium
• Date: Tuesday, March 25
• Kick-off Time: 21:30 IST/ 16:00 GMT/ 11:00 ET/ 08:00 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

Nigeria: W-W-D-L-W

Zimbabwe: W-W-D-L-D

Players to Watch

Victor Osimhen (Nigeria)

The Galatasaray forward scored a brace in the previous game for the national team. Victor Osimhen is in good form and will be looking to add some more goals to his tally. Osimhen is going to play a crucial role in the attacking front for the hosts. The 26-year-old with his current form will surely emerge as a game changer.

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— Victor Osimhen (@victorosimhen9) March 21, 2025

Marshall Munetsi (Zimbabwe)

From controlling the midfield to contributing to the attacking front, Marshall Munetsi is going to be an important player for the visitors. They have a slight chance to pull off a victory here and Munetsi along with his other teammates can make it happen.

Match Facts

• This will be the third confrontation between these nations.
• Nigeria have won three of their last five matches.
• Zimbabwe have not won any of their last three matches.

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe: Betting Tips and Odds

• Nigeria to win @30/100 Betway
• Goals over 3.5 @9/4 bet365
• Victor Osimhen to score @3/1 bet365

Injury and Team News

Nathan Tella is injured and will not be a part of the Nigerian squad.

Zimbabwe will be without the services of Marvelous Nakamba because of an injury.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 2

Nigeria won: 0

Zimbabwe won: 0

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineups

Nigeria predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Nwabali (GK); Osayi-Samuel, Troost-Ekong, Bassey, Aina; Chukwueze, Ndidi; Simon, Lookman, Iwobi; Osimhen

Zimbabwe predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Arubi (GK); Jalai, Garananga, Takwara, Lunga; Munetsi, Rinomhota; Musona, Billiat, Zemura; Dube

Match Prediction

Even though the previous confrontations between the two sides have ended in a draw, the Nigeria national football team are likely to defeat Zimbabwe here.

Prediction: Nigeria 3-1 Zimbabwe

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: TNT Sports

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