Ivory Coast vs Kenya prediction
The 2025 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers continue on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, when Cote d’Ivoire entertain Kenya in a Group F fixture scheduled for 10:00 PM GMT +3. This encounter finds the Elephants firmly at the summit of Group F with 23 points from nine matches (7 wins, 2 draws, 0 defeats) and an uncompromising defensive record of 22 goals scored and none conceded. Kenya occupy third place with 12 points (3 wins, 3 draws, 3 defeats) and a +7 goal difference (18:11). The match takes place with Cote d’Ivoire boasting a perfect home record in qualifying (4 wins, 0 draws, 0 defeats), while Kenya have recorded one away victory, no draws and one away defeat. The available historical data shows a single recent head-to-head meeting ending in a 0:0 draw.
Given the form, the venue and the stakes involved for both nations as they contest World Cup qualification positions, this preview provides a formal assessment and betting tip for the match, together with statistical context and a reasoned forecast.
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Betting prediction: Home win for Ivory Coast (Tip 1).
Rationale: Cote d’Ivoire enter this fixture as clear favourites. Their domestic form in this qualification campaign is near flawless: seven wins and two draws overall, with an exceptional defensive record of zero goals conceded. At home they are unbeaten with four victories in as many matches, and their recent offensive output includes a 7:0 victory in their most recent match. In contrast, Kenya have an inconsistent record away from home and a less robust defensive profile. On balance, the statistical and form advantages point decisively toward a Cote d’Ivoire victory. Best available odds for the 1X2 market: Tip 1 at Paripesa with odds 1.15.
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Betting tip — Both teams score? No
Betting tip: Both teams do not score (Both teams to score? No).
Rationale: Cote d’Ivoire’s defensive record in this qualification cycle is extraordinary — 22 goals scored and 0 conceded — which strongly suggests a match in which they will either keep a clean sheet or concede very little. Kenya have demonstrated attacking capability (18 goals scored overall), but against the defensive solidity shown by Cote d’Ivoire and considering Kenya’s mixed away record (1 win, 0 draws, 1 defeat), the probability that both teams score is limited. Consequently, backing “No” on the BTTS market aligns with the defensive tendencies of the home side. Best available odds on this market: Tip NO at 1win with odd 2.04.
Betting tip — Over/Under 2.5 Goals
Betting prediction: Under 2.5 goals.
Rationale: Though Cote d’Ivoire are capable of prolific scoring, their recent results and tournament context favour control and consolidation rather than open high-scoring risks at home when qualification status is at stake. Kenya’s away record suggests they may adopt a cautious approach, seeking to frustrate rather than to commit many players forward. The combination of a defence-first home side and an away team likely to prioritize structure makes Under 2.5 goals a prudent selection. Available market data indicates “Under 2.5 goals” as the recommended line with Paripesa offering odds 2.10.
Betting tip — Correct score 2:0
Betting prediction: 2:0 home win for Cote d’Ivoire.
Rationale: Projecting a concrete scoreline reflects expectations of a home victory achieved with defensive stability and moderate attacking returns. A 2:0 outcome captures the probability of Cote d’Ivoire converting one or two chances while maintaining a clean sheet, and it fits both teams’ recent trends: Cote d’Ivoire’s defensive consistency and Kenya’s more variable away performance. The forecast aligns with the earlier tips of a home win, no both-teams-to-score, and Under 2.5 goals. Specific best-odds data for the 2:0 correct-score market are 8.00 on 1Win.
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Statistics for Cote d’Ivoire vs Kenya
Cote d’Ivoire team news!
Cote d’Ivoire lead Group F with 23 points from nine matches, amassed through seven wins and two draws; they remain undefeated in qualifying. Their goal tally stands at 22 scored and 0 conceded. At home, their record is impeccable with four wins from four matches. The team’s most recent match was a dominant 7:0 victory against Seychelles. Manager/Coach: Cote d’Ivoire -;
Key points: a perfect defensive record in the qualifiers, an efficient attacking output against weaker opponents, excellent home form and momentum from a large recent win.
Kenya team news!
Kenya are third in Group F on 12 points with a balanced mix of three wins, three draws and three defeats; they have scored 18 goals and conceded 11. Their away record shows one win and one defeat from two away fixtures, indicating limited sample size and variability on the road. Kenya arrive after a 1:0 away victory over Burundi, a positive result that could encourage a pragmatic approach in Abidjan. Manager/Coach: Kenya -;
Key points: decent attacking numbers but inconsistent defensive stability and less convincing away form in the group.
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H2H statistics
The most recent head-to-head record between these teams notes a single recent meeting, which concluded in a 0:0 draw. Overall head-to-head from the available dataset: 1 meeting — 0 wins for Cote d’Ivoire, 1 draw, 0 wins for Kenya. The prior scoreline suggests that tactical caution and a defensive approach have previously been effective in this pairing.
Last results Cote d’Ivoire
Form snapshot (last five matches, all competitions): 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 defeat. Current form: predominantly positive, with an emphatic recent victory (7:0) underscoring offensive potency while the broader campaign demonstrates remarkable defensive resilience.
Last results Kenya
Form snapshot (last five matches, all competitions): 3 wins, 0 draws, 2 defeats. Current form: mixed but serviceable, with notable victories interspersed with setbacks; the team shows capacity to score yet remains vulnerable against higher-calibre opposition, particularly away from home.
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Conclusion
Cote d’Ivoire are the clear favourites for this Group F encounter. Their combination of flawless defensive statistics in the qualifiers, superior points tally, perfect home record and recent high-scoring result supports a view that they should secure victory. Kenya possess attacking threat and have registered positive results recently, but inconsistencies and a less convincing away record reduce their probability of an upset. The recommended outcome is a home win for Cote d’Ivoire, with conservative ancillary plays: Both teams do not score (No), Under 2.5 goals, and a likely correct score of 2:0. These selections reflect form, historical context and the tactical considerations likely to shape a qualifier at this stage.
