Prediction Seychelles vs Côte d'Ivoire 2026 – Betting Tips for the CAF World Cup Qualifiers on 10/10/2025

Preview: One-sided contrast sets the stage in Group Stage showdown

The upcoming Group Stage fixture on 10/10/2025 pitches a vastly mismatched pairing. Seychelles arrive at this encounter rooted to the foot of the table, eight defeats from eight and zero points to show for their campaign. Their recent results read like a catalogue of painful nights: a 5-0 reverse to Kenya in September, repeated heavy defeats against Burundi and Gabon earlier in the year, and a solitary two goals scored across eight matches while conceding 39. Formally listed as 6th in the group, Seychelles’ defensive frailties are stark — a goals conceded column that reads 39 and an away record that has shipped 27 goals. There is little in the recent run to suggest they can withstand a concentrated attacking unit.

By contrast, Côte d'Ivoire stride into this fixture with the authority of group leaders. Undefeated through eight matches, they have collected 20 points with six wins and two draws, the remarkable achievement of registering 15 goals while conceding none. Their defensive resilience is matched by an attack that has been clinical; across the campaign their underlying shot numbers and conversion metrics show an efficient, probing side that consistently creates chances and finishes them. Recent matches include wins over Burundi and Gambia and a hard-fought 0-0 draw with Gabon, evidence of a team capable of switching tempo and managing a game when required.

What the numbers say: form, head-to-head and momentum

Historic context intensifies the imbalance. The two nations met previously in a tie that ended 9-0 in favour of Côte d'Ivoire — a result that hangs like a statistical shadow over this clash. Seychelles’ defensive records at home and away tell a clear story: clean sheets are non-existent, their average corners and attacking metrics lag what the leaders in this group produce, and their latest run includes nine losses and only a single draw in ten matches recorded in the form string. Côte d'Ivoire, meanwhile, bring eight clean sheets and a consistency in front of goal that leaves opponents with little margin for error.

Match rhythm also favours the visitors. While Seychelles conceded five to Kenya most recently and were kept off the scoresheet in several prior fixtures, Côte d'Ivoire have repeatedly converted opportunities and smothered opposing attacks. The psychological edge of being group leaders with an unbeaten streak will feed into confidence and match control.

Final analysis and betting suggestion

Given the gulf in form, defensive solidity, and historical dominance documented in the head-to-head, the clearest market to target is the 1X2 result. The weight of evidence points directly to an away victory for Côte d'Ivoire. This is not a speculative pick; it is built on sustained clean sheets, superior attacking output and a run of positive results versus an opponent enduring a torrid campaign.

Betting suggestion: 1X2 — Côte d'Ivoire to win (Away).