Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

December 24, 2025 | Stade de Marrakech | AFCON | 17:30 GMT

Ivory Coast and Mozambique face off in the opening fixture of the tournament for both sides. Ivory Coast are coming off the back of a successful World Cup qualifying campaign, whilst Mozambique faced disappointment as they only managed to finish third in their group.

Key Betting Tips: Ivory Coast win @ 1.33

Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Predicted Lineups

Ivory Coast Predicted Lineup: Fofana, Agbadou, Ndicka, Kossounou, Konan, Fofana, Kessie, Sangare, Zaha, Guessand, Diallo

Mozambique Predicted Lineup: Ernan, Langa, Mexer, Reinildo, Dove, Guima, Amade, Catamo, Domingues, Witi, Ratifo

Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Current Form and Standings

Ivory Coast managed to qualify for the World Cup, finishing top of their group by one point over Gabon. Their last two friendlies have seen a 1-0 defeat to Saudi Arabia, which was followed up by a more positive 2-0 victory over Oman coming into this tournament.

Mozambique fell away to a third-place finish in their World Cup qualifying group, which gave them no chance of qualification. Their recent friendlies haven't gone much better for them either, with a defeat to this year's AFCON hosts, Morocco, followed by a poor 2-2 draw against Chad.

Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Head-to-Head Timeline

13.11.21 Ivory Coast 3-0 Mozambique

03.09.21 Mozambique 0-0 Ivory Coast

Ivory Coast Last 5 Matches

Gabon 0-0 Ivory Coast

Seychelles 0-7 Ivory Coast

Ivory Coast 3-0 Kenya

Saudi Arabia 1-0 Ivory Coast

Oman 0-2 Ivory Coast

Mozambique Last 5 Matches

Mozambique 2-0 Botswana

Mozambique 1-2 Guinea

Somalia 0-1 Mozambique

Morocco 1-0 Mozambique

Chad 2-2 Mozambique

Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses 200 data points to generate these predictions with an 88.00% confidence in an Ivory Coast win. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Betting Tips

Football Park's Best Bet: Ivory Coast @ 1.33 – Our team of in-house tipsters has predicted an Ivory Coast win. Ivory Coast are favourites to win here and do have the stronger of the two squads.

Key Players to Watch: Ivory Coast vs Mozambique

Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast): Ivory Coast's veteran talisman was in good form across the MLS season, scoring 10 goals and getting five assists.

Geny Catamo (Mozambique): Catamo is coming into this tournament off the back of a brace in his final league game and will be hoping to continue that here.

Ivory Coast vs Mozambique Match Facts

• Broadcast Details: Channel 4 App / 4seven
• Referee: unknown

Stadium Information: The Stade Olympique de Marrakech is located in the host nation, Morocco, and has a capacity of 41,356.