Nigeria vs Mozambique Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Nigeria vs Mozambique Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 5th, 2026 | Fez Stadium | African Cup of Nations | 19:00 GMT

In the round of 16 for this edition of the African Cup of Nations, title favourites Nigeria face off against minnows Mozambique.

With both sides out of contention for the World Cup this summer, both nations will put everything behind this match to try and get something out of it.

Key Betting Tip: Nigeria to win @1.36 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Nigeria Predicted XI: Nwabali; Onyemaechi, Bassey, Ajayi, Osayi-Samuel; Ndidi, Iwobi, Onyeka, Lookman; Osimhen, Adams

Mozambique Predicted XI: Siluane; Calila, Mexer, Mandava, Langa; Guima, Amade; Catamo, Domingues, Witi; Bangal

Nigeria vs Mozambique Current League Standings

Both sides progressed through their group stage.

Nigeria topped their group with nine points, easily overcoming Tunisia, Tanzania and Uganda.

Mozambique, on the other han,d came third in their group but still progressed as one of the six best third-placed sides.

Nigeria vs Mozambique Head-to-Head Timeline

The two African nations have faced off against each other six times in their history. Nigeria have won five times, Mozambique have never won, and the two teams have drawn once.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

16/10/2023 – Mozambique 2–3 Nigeria (International Friendly)

15/01/2014 – Nigeria 4–2 Mozambique (African Nations Championship)

20/01/2010 – Nigeria 3–0 Mozambique (Africa Cup of Nations)

11/10/2009 – Nigeria 1–0 Mozambique (WC Qualifiers Africa)

29/03/2009 – Mozambique 0–0 Nigeria (WC Qualifiers Africa)

As we can see, from these past five games, Nigeria clearly holds the upper hand. In the six games that have been played between these two nations, Nigeria has won five of them, and they have drawn the remaining match.

Nigeria vs Mozambique Matches Analysis

Nigeria Last 5 Matches:

30/12/2025 – Uganda 1–3 Nigeria (Africa Cup of Nations)

27/12/2025 – Nigeria 3–2 Tunisia (Africa Cup of Nations)

23/12/2025 – Nigeria 2–1 Tanzania (Africa Cup of Nations)

16/12/2025 – Egypt 2–1 Nigeria (International Friendly)

16/11/2025 – Nigeria 1–1 DR Congo (World Cup Qualifiers)

Nigeria have performed pretty well in their past five matches, but they lost on penalties to the DR Congo in their fifth most recent match, which has stopped them from being able to qualify for the World Cup.

Mozambique Last 5 Matches:

31/12/2025 – Mozambique 1–2 Cameroon (Africa Cup of Nations)

28/12/2025 – Gabon 2–3 Mozambique (Africa Cup of Nations)

24/12/2025 – Ivory Coast 1–0 Mozambique (Africa Cup of Nations)

17/12/2025 – Angola 4–1 Mozambique (International Friendly)

17/11/2025 – Chad 2–2 Mozambique (International Friendly)

Mozambique, on the other hand, have been pretty poor in their five most recent matches. The only win they secured in these matches was against Gabon. This secured them a place in the last 16 of the tournament.

Nigeria vs Mozambique Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 68% confidence in both teams to score. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Nigeria vs Mozambique Betting Tips

Football Park’s best tip: Nigeria to win @1.36 our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted both teams to score in this fixture.

Key Players to Watch: Nigeria vs Mozambique

Victor Osimhen (Nigeria) – You do not need any introduction for Victor Osimhen. A fantastic striker for Galatasaray, he has 12 goals in 16 games for the Turkish club so far this season. He will need to be on form for Nigeria in this tournament.

Geny Catamo (Mozambique) – There is no doubt that Geny Catamo is a shining star in the Mozambique side. He currently plays for Sporting Club and has scored two goals at this tournament.

Nigeria vs Mozambique Match Facts

Referee: Information not available

Stadium: Built in 2007, the Fez Stadium is a 45,000 seater that Moroccan club Maghreb of Fez calls home. By 2028, the stadium will be increased to 55,800, in time for the 2030 World Cup.