Cape Verde – Burkina Faso : Preview & Prediction
For a long time in the fight with Algeria during the qualifiers for the World Cup, we expected a lot from Burkina Faso in this 2022 African Cup of Nations. Especially since it found Cameroon, the host country, for its entry competing in this competition. And everything seemed to start at best with the opening scoring of Gustavo Sangare (24th), well deserved at this time of the match. Vincent Aboubakar’s double from the penalty spot however got the better of the Burkinabés’ chances (2-1). There is, however, nothing to worry about yet. Burkina Faso is still in the running to qualify for the round of 16 of the event. Firmin Sanou’s men are playing an already capital match against Cape Verde. Burkina Faso must win during this meeting, to settle among the first two of this group, before returning to Ethiopia during their final meeting. By keeping the same content as against Cameroon and avoiding mistakes in the area, Burkina Faso clearly still has all its chances.
It is a match that will not be easy for Bertrand Traoré’s teammates, because Cape Verde got off to a good start in this CAN 2022. He was able to win on his first day against Ethiopia (1- 0). It is however good to remember that Cape Verde was able to play more than 75 minutes in numerical superiority. The deal will certainly not be the same against Burkina Faso. Especially since the Burkinabés will absolutely need the three points in this meeting. Certainly, a score of parity would clearly do the business of the Cape Verdeans in the race for qualification. However, we do not see Burkina Faso tremble. With the intention of finishing among the top two in this group, he would put himself in the best possible position by winning in this match. Indeed, Cape Verde will have to challenge the Cameroonian favorite on the last day, and the situation will clearly not be the same as in the first match.
A success would allow Burkina Faso to overtake their opponent of the day.
Burkina Faso have lost just one of their last nine matches.
Cape Verde is second in this pool, with three points.
Cape Verde haven’t lost in five matches.
Cape Verde have lost their last two encounters with Burkina Faso.
Despite their defeat in the opening match (2-1), Burkina Faso tried everything to upset the Cameroonian favorite. And he will have enough to raise his head on his second day against Cape Verde. A success would allow Burkinabé players to put themselves in the best possible conditions, in the race for qualification.
Cape Verde – Burkina Faso : Betting Tips
Under 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.50
