Tanzania vs Zambia Prediction: Tanzania needs to be careful now

Tanzania vs Zambia: Prediction for the Match on October 08, 2025

Two consecutive home matches for Tanzania as they prepare to take on Zambia at the Amaan Stadium on Wednesday. Tanzania remains locked in second position in Group E, with a single point lead over their closest rivals, Niger. 

Zambia, on the other hand, has not had the best campaign in the World Cup Qualifiers, but a 4-point margin behind Tanzania could be reduced if they secure a win in this game. Tanzania won the first leg encounter, but we doubt they can recreate that victory with their current form. Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available. 

Tanzania: Form and Statistics

Form in the Qualifiers: LDLWL

Tanzania holds second with 10 points, winless in their last three qualifier games, with their most recent being a 0-1 defeat at the hands of 10-man Niger. Before that defeat to Niger, they were held down to a 1-1 draw against the Congo Republic, in a match they almost lost if not for Mwalimu’s 84th-minute goal. Tanzania has only won a game in their last five qualifier games, with three losses and a draw.

The Taifa Stars still maintain their position as runners-up in Group E, but things might take a different turn if they continue with their poor form. They are a single point above third-place Niger, who will play Congo Republic on the same day. A victory for Niger and a defeat for Tanzania here means they relinquish their second position to Niger. Tanzania has an overall league stats of three wins, a draw, and three losses from the 7 qualifier games they’ve played, with six goals scored and six conceded. 

Tanzania: Team News

Tanzania: Possible Lineup

Hemed Suleiman will continue with his 4-3-3 formation in this clash, and Ally Samatta will lead the team's attack. Shomari Kapombe and Dickson Job will form a partnership in the heart of the defence. 

🔖 Tanzania Possible lineup (4-1-4-1)

Yakoub Suleiman— Shomari Kapombe, Dickson Job, Hamad, Mohamed Husseini— Mudathir Yahya, Feisal Salum, Novatus Miroshi— Clement Mzize, Ally Samatta, Iddy Nado

👤 Head coach: Hemed Suleiman 

Zambia: Form and Statistics

Form in the Qualifiers: LLLLW

Zambia sits fourth in Group E with 6 points after six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, but their campaign has been a tale of two halves; starting strong before stumbling into a frustrating winless streak. Their most recent outing was a 0-2 defeat to Morocco, making it four consecutive defeats in a row for Chipolopolo. This might be the end of the road for Zambia, as they must win their next two games if they intend to finish second place in Group E. Zambia is currently 4th placed in Group E, with an overall league stats of 2 wins, no draws, and 4 losses. 

Zambia: Team News

Zambia: Possible Lineup

No major injury concerns for the visitors. Musonda will definitely lead the attack.

🔖 Zambia Potential Starting Lineup (4-1-4-1)

Nsabata—Kamanga, Chongo, Mophande, Chepeshi—Kapumbu—Chama, Kangwa, Chaiwa, Sabobo—Musonda

👤Head coach: Avram Grant 

Tanzania vs Zambia: Head-To-Head Statistics

The teams have met six times, Zambia has won three of those encounters, with Tanzania winning one and two draws.

Tanzania vs Zambia: Betting Tips & Odds

• Zambia has won three of their last six meetings, and this option for Zambia to win or draw this game is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for 1.44 odds;
• Some Betway experts believe that Tanzania stands a chance of a win or a draw, and the option for Tanzania to win or draw is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for 1.44 odds;
• Less than 2.5 goals in 5 of their last six meetings, and the option is offered on the 1xbet bookmaker website for 1.56 odds;

Tanzania vs Zambia match prediction 08 October 2025

Tanzania escaped with a narrow win in the first leg, and they’ll be hoping to secure another win on Wednesday. Zambia has it very bad, with four consecutive losses in their last four qualifiers. Tanzania remains our best shot at a win or a draw in this encounter. As always, we also envisage a total of under 2.5 goals. 

Our match prediction: A win or draw for Tanzania and a total of under 3.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.75 in the 1xBet bookmaker. 

Our betting tip on the match: A first-half draw for 1.94 in the Betway bookmaker.

Lastly: Both teams to score (No) at 1.72 odds in the Bet365 bookmaker.