Rabat – The Central African Republic and Gabon will lock horns today as part of the final round of Group B matches in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign.
The match will kick off at 8 pm (GMT+1) at the Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Fans can follow the action live on regional sports networks like Canal+ Afrique or official CAF broadcasting partners.
Gabon enters this decisive encounter needing just a point to secure their spot in next year’s tournament. With their stronger squad and an in-form Denis Bouanga leading the attack, Gabon is well-positioned to deliver under pressure.
The Central African Republic has struggled in this campaign, failing to find the net in their last three matches. Despite early promise, they are eliminated and have only pride to play for.
Their 5-1 loss to Morocco in their last match exposed vulnerabilities, particularly in defense, but Gabon has shown enough resilience to remain in control of their destiny.
Predicted lineup
Central African Republic: Lembet; Ndobe, Youga, Mboumbouni; Namgbema, Solet, Kondogbia, Bertillo, Ato-Zandanga; Mafouta, Namnganda.
Gabon: Mbaba; Oyono, Appindangoye, Moussounda, Ekomie; Loufilou, Lemina, Kanga; Allevinah, Aubameyang, Bouanga.
Predicted score
Gabon’s defense and superior attacking options are likely to see them eke out a narrow 1-0 victory against the Central African Republic.
Prediction websites forecast for Gabon to emerge as the winners in tonight’s game, securing a second-place finish and booking their ticket to the continental showpiece.
Morocco, already qualified for the AFCON as hosts, currently lead group B with a total of 15 points, followed by Gabon with seven points.
Meanwhile, Lesotho sits in third place with four points, followed by Central African Republic with three points.
The Atlas Lions will take on Lesotho at the same time this evening in Oujda.
