Botswana vs DR Congo Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Botswana vs DR Congo Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: December 30, 2025 | Al Medina Stadium | African Cup of Nations (AFCON) | 19:00 GMT

Two games are completed in the African Cup of Nations in the 2025/26 edition in Morocco, and we now head to the business end of the first phase. Here, we have a Group D fixture in store, as Botswana entertain the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with the South African nations both looking to end the group stage on a high; or for Botswana, a goal would be an accomplishment (subtle foreshadowing?).

It has been a tricky second appearance in the competition for Botswana, but the good news is that they did keep their last match against Benin a tight one, showing improvement from their opening 3-0 defeat to Senegal. For DR Congo, they followed up a cagey 1-0 win over Benin with a solid draw with Senegal. They will hope for a big win here so they can top the group, but a win will also confirm their advancement regardless.

Despite what the quality of the nations suggests, our algorithm is showing a 64% chance of both sides finding the net, and we find this a very good value option.

Key Betting Tips: BTTS at 2.90 odds on TalkSPORT bet represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our algorithm.

odds subject to change.

This match looks enticing from a both teams to score outlook. Although Botswana haven’t found the net just yet, they found a goal in their previous third group game back in 2012. They also scored 12 goals in their World Cup qualification group, which included Algeria and Uganda, so there is the quality to find one here. With DR Congo potentially heading to the World Cup in the summer, scoring here is an absolute minimum.

Botswana vs DR Congo Lineups

Botswana Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Goitseone Phoko; Mothusi Johnson, Thatayaone Ditlhokwe, Mosha Gaolaolwe, Alford Velaphi; Gape Mohutsiwa, Lebogang Ditsele; Kabelo Seakanyeng, Tumisang Orebonye, Losika Ratshukudu; Ommatla Kebatho.

DR Congo Predicted XI (4-1-4-1): Lionel Mpasi-Nzau; Joris Ditu, Axel Tuanzebe, Chancel Mbemba, Aaron Wan-Bissaka; Samuel Moutoussamy; Meschack Elia, Noah Sadiki, Ngal Ayel Mukau, Theo Bongonda; Cedric Bakambu.

Just the one injury picked up for Congo so far, with Mario Stroeykens out with a knee injury.

Botswana vs DR Congo Current League Standings

After losing to both Senegal and Benin, Botswana are unfortunately out regardless of the result in this fixture. With a goal record of zero goals and four conceded, they are also yet to find a goal, but we believe that will only give them more chance of doing so, as they look to send fans back home with smiles on their faces.

As for DR Congo, they defeated Benin and followed it up with a draw against Senegal, leaving them on a total of four points after two games. They lie in second on goal difference to Senegal, so will be seeking a big win here to top the group.

Botswana vs DR Congo Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in both teams to score. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Botswana vs DR Congo Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: BTTS @ 2.90 - Recent form suggests confidence in a high scoring game. With an 64% chance of both teams to score according to our incredible in-house algorithm, this seems like a strong value option.

Key Players to Watch: Botswana vs DR Congo

Goitseone Phoko (Botswana): The goalkeeper for Botswana has comfortably outperformed his teammates in this competition so far. He will be hoping to replicate his top performance against Senegal – a match where he made 14 saves, despite also conceding three.

Lionel Mpasi-Nzau (DR Congo): In a very talented Congo side, featuring a whole host of players playing in the Premier League and Ligue 1, it is Le Havre ‘keeper Mpasi-Nzau who has been the pick of the bunch for DR Congo so far this tournament, and our algorithm suggests he may have work to do in this fixture.

Botswana vs DR Congo Match Facts

Referee: Information not available.

Broadcast Details:

UK/INT’L: Channel 4 Sport YouTube at 19:00 GMT.

Stadium Information: Located in Rabat, Morocco, Al Medina Stadium can hold up to just over 22,000 supporters, and this venue is expected to be packed for this clash, with this clash having much at stake for both sides.

Botswana vs DR Congo: Final Prediction

Botswana 1-3 DR Congo