Mauritania - Central African Republic prediction 24 September 2026

Africa ยท African Cup of NationsFinished
Match Info
CompetitionAfrican Cup of Nations ยท Africa
Start date
Kick-off
Recent Form
Mauritania
L
W
W
D
L
Central African Republic
L
L
L
D
W
Recent matches ยท Mauritania
African Cup of Nations
Benin
Mauritania
21
L
African Cup of Nations
Mauritania
Central African Republic
31
W
Friendly International
Niger
Mauritania
01
W
Friendly International
Angola
Mauritania
11
D
Friendly International
Argentina
Mauritania
21
L
Arab Cup
Mauritania
Kuwait
02
L
Friendly International
Tunisia
Mauritania
11
D
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Senegal
Mauritania
40
L
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Sudan
Mauritania
00
D
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Mauritania
South Sudan
00
D
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Mauritania
Togo
20
W
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Mauritania
Congo DR
02
L
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Togo
Mauritania
22
D
Friendly International
Morocco
Mauritania
00
D
Friendly International
Mauritania
Mali
02
L
Recent matches ยท Central African Republic
African Cup of Nations
Central African Republic
Burkina Faso
01
L
African Cup of Nations
Mauritania
Central African Republic
31
L
Friendly International
Angola
Central African Republic
30
L
Friendly International
Central African Republic
Togo
11
D
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Chad
Central African Republic
23
W
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Central African Republic
Ghana
05
L
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Central African Republic
Comoros
02
L
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Madagascar
Central African Republic
20
L
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Central African Republic
Mali
00
D
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Central African Republic
Madagascar
14
L
Friendly International
Central African Republic
Papua New Guinea
40
W
Friendly International
Central African Republic
Bhutan
60
W
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Mali
Central African Republic
11
D
World. World Cup Qualification Africa
Comoros
Central African Republic
42
L
African Cup of Nations
Ghana
Central African Republic
21
L
Head-to-Head ยท summary
4
Mauritania
0
Draws
0
Central African Republic
Previous meetings
African Cup of Nations
Mauritania
Central African Republic
31
African Cup of Nations
Central African Republic
Mauritania
01
African Cup of Nations
Mauritania
Central African Republic
20
African Cup of Nations
Mauritania
Central African Republic
20
League Standings
#TeamPWDLGoalsGDPts
1Morocco22004:0+46
2South Africa22007:1+66
3Rwanda22005:2+36
4Guinea-Bissau22005:0+56
5Congo DR22004:1+36
6Cote d'Ivoire22004:0+46
7Gambia22006:3+36
8Mali22004:1+36
9Senegal21102:1+14
10Egypt21105:0+54
11Algeria21105:3+24
12Cameroon21104:2+24
13Uganda21102:1+14
14Benin21103:2+14
15Burkina Faso21102:1+14
16Mozambique21105:2+34
17Gabon21012:203
18Nigeria21012:4-23
19Comoros21012:3-13
20Zambia21013:303
21Guinea21012:203
22Zimbabwe21014:403
23Malawi11002:1+13
24Equatorial Guinea21011:2-13
25Sudan21012:4-23
26Namibia21011:103
27Niger21012:3-13
28Mauritania21014:3+13
29Togo21011:2-13
30Botswana20204:402
31Tunisia20203:302
32Eritrea20111:6-51
33Angola10100:001
34Tanzania20111:3-21
35Congo20111:2-11
36Kenya20111:2-11
37Libya20112:3-11
38Burundi20112:3-11
39Madagascar20112:3-11
40Cape Verde20022:5-30
41Somalia20021:4-30
42South Sudan20021:7-60
43Lesotho20021:4-30
44Sierra Leone20022:4-20
45Ethiopia20020:2-20
46Liberia20021:4-30
47Central African Republic20021:4-30
48Ghana20022:6-40
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Mauritania vs Central African Republic Prediction (Sep 24, 2026)

The Mauritania vs Central African Republic prediction for the African Cup of Nations match on September 24, 2026, at 17:00 local time, points to a home victory. Based on odds, head-to-head record, and recent form, Mauritania has a 45% chance of winning, while the draw is at 35% and Central African Republic has a 20% chance.

Team Form

Mauritania Recent Results

Mauritania's last five matches show one win, two draws, and two losses:

  • Jun 8, 2026: Niger 0-1 Mauritania (Win)
  • Jun 5, 2026: Angola 1-1 Mauritania (Draw)
  • Mar 27, 2026: Argentina 2-1 Mauritania (Loss)
  • Nov 25, 2025: Mauritania 0-2 Kuwait (Loss)
  • Nov 12, 2025: Tunisia 1-1 Mauritania (Draw)

The team has been competitive against similar-level opponents but struggled against stronger sides, conceding in four of those five games.

Central African Republic Recent Results

Central African Republic have had a tough run, with one win, one draw, and three losses in their last five:

  • Jun 9, 2026: Angola 3-0 Central African Republic (Loss)
  • Jun 5, 2026: Central African Republic 1-1 Togo (Draw)
  • Oct 12, 2025: Chad 2-3 Central African Republic (Win)
  • Oct 8, 2025: Central African Republic 0-5 Ghana (Loss)
  • Sep 7, 2025: Central African Republic 0-2 Comoros (Loss)

They have conceded 13 goals in these five matches, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities.

Head-to-Head Record

Mauritania have dominated this fixture historically. In three previous meetings, all in the African Cup of Nations, Mauritania have won all three. The scores were 1-0 away in March 2021, and 2-0 at home twice in November 2019. Central African Republic have yet to score against Mauritania in these encounters.

Mauritania vs Central African Republic Prediction

Win Probability

We calculate the win probabilities as follows: Mauritania win โ€“ 45%, draw โ€“ 35%, Central African Republic win โ€“ 20%. These numbers start from the betting odds (home 2.30, draw 2.10, away 5.00), normalized to remove the bookmaker margin, giving base chances of 39.1% / 42.9% / 18.0%. We then adjust for the head-to-head record (Mauritania's 3-0-0 advantage) and home field, which shifts the balance toward a home win. Central African Republic's poor defensive form also reduces their chances.

Odds & Final Prediction

The current odds from bookmakers are: Mauritania win at 2.30, draw at 2.10, and Central African Republic win at 5.00. The draw is priced as the most probable single outcome, but our analysis gives Mauritania the edge. Our prediction: Mauritania to win, but a draw is a realistic possibility given both teams' recent results. For betting tips, a home win or draw double chance could be a safer option.

Mauritania vs Central African Republic โ€” FAQ

Who will win Mauritania vs Central African Republic?
Based on our analysis, Mauritania has a 45% chance of winning, the draw is at 35%, and Central African Republic has a 20% chance. Mauritania is the favorite due to a perfect head-to-head record and home advantage.
What is the win probability for Mauritania?
Mauritania has a 45% win probability. This is derived from the betting odds and adjusted for their dominant head-to-head record (3 wins in 3 meetings) and the fact they are playing at home.
When is the Mauritania vs Central African Republic match?
The match is on September 24, 2026, at 17:00 local time. It is an African Cup of Nations fixture.
What are the odds for the match?
The odds are: Mauritania win 2.30, draw 2.10, Central African Republic win 5.00. These odds imply a close contest, with the draw priced as the most likely single outcome.
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