Zambia vs Zimbabwe Prediction: We expect an open game with goals in both ends

The Chipolopolo of Zambia will face off against Zimbabwe at the Bingu National Stadium on Saturday as both teams seek to prepare themselves for the upcoming competitions. 

Zambia

FIFA Ranking: 87th

Last five games: LDDDL

The Chipolopolo of Zambia head here with a disappointing outing in the recently concluded AFCON tournament. Zambia won just two points in their entire stay in the competition, scoring twice and conceding three goals. 

Avram Grant's men have now drawn three of their previous five games, and the last time they won was against Congo in November 2023. Patson Daka has been in blistering form for Zambia in the qualifiers, scoring five goals to send his side to the AFCON competition next year.

Zimbabwe

FIFA Ranking: 124th

Last five games: LLWDD

The Warriors have played just five games for the past two years as they head here with a stalemate against Guinea in the FIFA Qualifiers. Zimbabwe have picked up five points from their last five games, scoring five and conceding four times. 

The Warriors' most recent friendly game was against Nigeria in 2019, where they settled for a share of the spoils. 

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous seven meetings, Zimbabwe have won three while Zambia have recorded four wins. The Chipolopolo had a brief time at the just concluded AFCON tournament, picking up two points from a combined nine. Patson Daka is expected to start upfront, while Emmanuel Banda and Chaiwa will retain their spot in the heart of the pitch. At the same time, Zimbabwe have invited eighteen foreign players for this encounter. And for some, it’ll be the start of their career in the national team, while few are familiar faces. 

This game won’t be cagey as we think both sides have some quality players on the pitch; bet on BTTS for 2.50.

We expect Zambia to secure the maximum points here for 2.30.

This game might end in a share of the spoils at the break for 1.86.

Good luck!