Nigeria vs Gabon Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Nigeria vs Gabon Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Nigeria host Gabon on Thursday Afternoon in an important fixture for both sides as they look to reach the next round of World Cup Qualification. Nigeria are favourites going into the match, but Gabon has a real chance, after having a solid group stage.

Our advanced algorithm is predicting a Nigeria win in this fixture, with odds @ 1.85, which is excellent value.

We also back an alternative tip on this fixture, offering an angle of a high scoring game with our pick of over 1.5 goals, offering strong value odds @ 1.53, recent weeks as well as the attacking output of the home side makes this a great pick.

Match Details

Competition: World Cup - Qualification Africa

Date: 13 November 2025

Kick-off (GMT): 16:00

Venue: Stade Prince Héritier Moulay Hassan, Morocco

Key Betting Tip: Nigeria Win @ 1.85 offers strong value based on Football Park’s model.

Nigeria vs Gabon Predicted Lineups

Nigeria Predicted XI (4-4-2) Stanley Nwabali, Benjamin Fredrick, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Zaidu Sanusi, Samuel Chukwueze, Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman Felix Agu and Ola Aina are sidelined with long-term injuries.

Gabon Predicted XI (4-4-2) Loyce Marius Mbaba, Bruno Ecuele Manga, Mick Kila Onfia, Anthony Oyono, Aaron Appindangoyé, Mario Lemina, Guélor Kanga, Didier Ndong, Denis Bouanga, Pierre‑Emerick Aubameyang, Jim Allevinah

Several key players remain out through injury.

Nigeria vs Gabon Head-to-Head Timeline

26 Mar 2005 // Nigeria 2-0 Gabon

09 Oct 2004 // Gabon 1-1 Nigeria

21 Nov 1999 // Gabon 0-2 Nigeria

26 Mar 1994 // Nigeria 3-0 Gabon

25 Jun 1989 // Gabon 2-1 Nigeria

Nigeria last five matches

Nigeria 4-0 Benin – World Cup - Qualification Africa

Lesotho 1-2 Nigeria – World Cup - Qualification Africa

South Africa 1-1 Nigeria – World Cup - Qualification Africa

Nigeria 1-0 Rwanda – World Cup - Qualification Africa

Nigeria 2-0 Congo Republic - Friendly

Gabon last five matches

Gabon 2-0 Burundi - World Cup - Qualification Africa

Gambia 3-4 Gabon - World Cup - Qualification Africa

Gabon 0-0 Ivory Coast - World Cup - Qualification Africa

Seychelles 0-4 Gabon - World Cup - Qualification Africa

Gabon 2-0 Guinea-Bissau - Friendly

Both Sides have been offensively strong as of late, winning four in their last five, Nigeria vs Gabon will be a tight affair with a high chance of lots of goals. Nigeria are the favourites though and are expected to get the result.

Nigeria vs Gabon Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 50% confidence in a Nigeria win @ 1.85 odds and 80% confident in over 1.5 goals @ 1.53 odds. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Nigeria vs Gabon Betting Tips

Football Park's Best Bet: Nigeria to win @ 1.85 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a Nigeria win in this fixture. The two sides are in close contention, but Nigeria’s overall quality justifies confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Nigeria vs Gabon

Victor Osimhen (Nigeria) Osimhen remains the focal point of Nigeria’s attack and one of Africa’s most dangerous forwards. If Nigeria are to score and dominate, his ability to finish chances and stretch the defence will be crucial.

Pierre‑Emerick Aubameyang (Gabon) As Gabon’s most experienced attacker and all-time leading scorer, his presence alone demands attention. His movement, finishing and leadership on the pitch could be decisive in a tight match.

Nigeria vs Gabon Match Facts

Referee: Tom Abongile

Stadium Information: Stade Prince Héritier Moulay Hassan is a modern all-seater football stadium with a capacity of 22,000.