RSB Berkane vs Stade Malien Prediction: Both sides might settle for a tie in this needless encounter

The Orange Boys will welcome Stade Malien to the Stade Municipal de Berkane Stadium on Sunday. Both teams will play for pride as they have qualified for the knockout round. 

Last five games: WWWDD

The Orange Boys are one of the best teams and the favorite to win this tournament, with eleven points from a combined fifteen. After their three consecutive victories in this tournament, RSB Berkane have drawn their last two matches. Despite their recent opponent being a man down, the Orange Boys failed to take advantage as they settled for a share of the spoils. RSB Berkane were the winner in 2022 and have won the trophy twice. 

RSB Berkane have been solid defensively this season, as they have played five times, conceding just two goals. 

Last five games: WLDWW

Les Blancs march here with a slim (1-0) victory over Diables Noirs. Stade Malien had eight shots at goal and only converted one. Despite the win and being in the second spot on the log, Stade Malien must secure the maximum points here if they are to win the group. 

Stade Malien are not a novice in this competition, after winning the CAF Confederation title in 2009, and will be confident of making it to the finals. 

RSB Berkane have been playing well since the start of the competition, and are unbeaten in their last five games. On the opposing end, Stade Malien have not been bad as well, as they have lost just once since the competition began. This is a needless game for both sides, and we think it will end in a halftime draw for 1.86.

We expect both halves to witness less than a goal for 1.62.

RSS Berkane might secure the maximum point for 1.61.

Good luck!