In the second round of CAF 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Mauritius and Angola will face off at Cote d’Or National Sports Complex on Tuesday.
Mauritius suffered a 3-0 defeat against Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions in their recent qualifying fixture, with Bryan Mbeumo, Georges-Kevin N’Koudou, and Frank Magri securing the win for the opponents. Les Dodos, now on a dismal run with just one win in four matches, aim to bounce back against Angola, who lost the most recent encounter in July.
Angola, after a goalless draw with Cape Verde, will look to put on a solid defensive display away from home. With three consecutive draws since their last defeat in mid-September, the Black Sable Antelopes seek stability.
Mauritius World Cup Qualifying – Africa form:
L
Mauritius form (all competitions):
L
W
L
W
L
L
Angola World Cup Qualifying – Africa form:
D
Angola form (all competitions):
W
D
L
D
D
D
Team News:
- Midfielder Fredy is set to retain his place in the Angola starting lineup, approaching his half-century of international appearances.
- Agostinho Mabululu, with five goals in his last six matches, remains one to watch.
- Fidy Rasoanaivo may consider changes in the attacking unit for Mauritius after failing to score in consecutive matches.
- Francois Aurelien, who had an underwhelming performance, might be dropped to the bench.
Mauritius possible starting lineup:
Chiotti; Mootoo, Collard, Rose, Francois; Adrien, Villeneuve, Bru, Langue; Aristide, Nazira
Angola possible starting lineup:
Adilson; Gaspar, Buatu, Fortuna; Fredy, Show, Keliano, Augusto, Carneiro; Luvumbo, Mabululu
