Nigeria vs Gabon – Preview, Team News and Bet Builder Tip | World Cup Qualifiers

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Match Info
  • Fixture: Nigeria vs Gabon

  • Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup – Qualifiers

  • Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025

  • Kick-off: 16:00

  • Venue: Prince Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex, Rabat (Morocco)

nigeria vs gabon

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

Nigeria Win

Match Result
1/1

Reason for Tip

Nigeria hold the stronger squad, superior attacking balance, and have rediscovered stability after resolving internal disputes. Their recent record (four wins and a draw in five) suggests momentum and confidence are back.

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
11/8

Reason for Tip

Gabon’s front duo remain a genuine threat. Aubameyang’s experience and Bouanga’s form in MLS make them capable of nicking a goal, especially in transitions.

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

Victor Osimhen to Score

Anytime Goalscorer
6/4

Reason for Tip

Osimhen leads Nigeria’s attack and is heavily involved in goals and penalties; he’s the most likely scorer in a fixture where Nigeria should edge it but still concede once.

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Form and Team Stats

Nigeria

Nigeria come into this decisive playoff in strong form after going unbeaten in their last five matches. The Super Eagles have beaten Benin (4–0), Lesotho (2–1), Rwanda (1–0) and Congo (2–0), with their only slip being a 1–1 draw away to South Africa.

Despite their dominance, preparations suffered a major setback earlier this week when players and officials boycotted training over unpaid bonuses. Captain William Troost-Ekong confirmed that the dispute has now been resolved, with the team returning to full training ahead of the Gabon clash.

Troost-Ekong has emphasised that Nigeria will not underestimate Gabon, acknowledging Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s threat and leadership. “In Africa, you can’t underestimate any team, and we certainly won’t do that with Gabon,” said the captain.


Gabon

Gabon arrive in Rabat confident after a series of strong performances. The Panthers have won four of their last five, scoring freely in the process: 2–0 vs Burundi, 4–3 vs Gambia, and 4–0 vs Seychelles. Their only recent draw came against Ivory Coast (0–0).

Coach Thierry Mouyouma has built his attack around two prolific forwards — Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Denis Bouanga — who have contributed 15 of Gabon’s 22 goals in World Cup qualifying. Mouyouma praised both: “Aubameyang is 36 but still improving, and Bouanga is having a top-level season with LAFC. They lift the team.”

While Gabon’s front line is firing, their defence has been less convincing, conceding in five of their last seven away matches.

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Team News and Headlines

Nigeria’s camp has stabilised after the bonus dispute that briefly halted training. Troost-Ekong confirmed on social media that the issue was “resolved” and that the squad is “together and focused.”

Former captain John Obi Mikel called for unity, urging the team to “find the motivation” to qualify and stating that “this is the biggest game of our lives.”

For Gabon, all eyes remain on the form of Aubameyang and Bouanga, who are central to Mouyouma’s tactical plan. The coach remains confident despite Nigeria being favourites, insisting, “We are not afraid.”

nigeria vs gabon

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

Nigeria Win

Match Result
1/1

Reason for Tip

Nigeria hold the stronger squad, superior attacking balance, and have rediscovered stability after resolving internal disputes. Their recent record (four wins and a draw in five) suggests momentum and confidence are back.

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
11/8

Reason for Tip

Gabon’s front duo remain a genuine threat. Aubameyang’s experience and Bouanga’s form in MLS make them capable of nicking a goal, especially in transitions.

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

Victor Osimhen to Score

Anytime Goalscorer
6/4

Reason for Tip

Osimhen leads Nigeria’s attack and is heavily involved in goals and penalties; he’s the most likely scorer in a fixture where Nigeria should edge it but still concede once.

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Bet Builder Reasoning

Prediction: Nigeria to win
Both Teams to Score
🔥 Anytime Scorer: Victor Osimhen

Reasoning:
Nigeria hold the stronger squad, superior attacking balance, and have rediscovered stability after resolving internal disputes. Their recent record (four wins and a draw in five) suggests momentum and confidence are back.

However, Gabon’s front duo remain a genuine threat. Aubameyang’s experience and Bouanga’s form in MLS make them capable of nicking a goal, especially in transitions.

Osimhen leads Nigeria’s attack and is heavily involved in goals and penalties; he’s the most likely scorer in a fixture where Nigeria should edge it but still concede once.

Predicted Score: Nigeria 3–1 Gabon

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nigeria vs gabon

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

Nigeria Win

Match Result
1/1

Reason for Tip

Nigeria hold the stronger squad, superior attacking balance, and have rediscovered stability after resolving internal disputes. Their recent record (four wins and a draw in five) suggests momentum and confidence are back.

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
11/8

Reason for Tip

Gabon’s front duo remain a genuine threat. Aubameyang’s experience and Bouanga’s form in MLS make them capable of nicking a goal, especially in transitions.

13 Nov 16:00 - Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa
13 Nov 16:00
Nigeria vs Gabon - WC Qualification Africa

Victor Osimhen to Score

Anytime Goalscorer
6/4

Reason for Tip

Osimhen leads Nigeria’s attack and is heavily involved in goals and penalties; he’s the most likely scorer in a fixture where Nigeria should edge it but still concede once.

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