What is the best bet for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

Based on AI analysis, the best bet is 'NG' at odds of 1.62.

What are the latest odds for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

The latest odds are: Home Win - 2, Draw - 3.2, Away Win - 5.2.

What is the predicted total goals (Under/Over) for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

Our AI predicts the best bet for total goals in this match is 'under 2.5' goals. The available odds for this selection are 1.53.

What is the best 1X2 betting tip for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

Our AI-powered prediction suggests that the best 1X2 bet for this match is '1'. The available odds for this selection are 2.

What is the predicted final score for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

Our AI predicts a final score of 2:0.

What is the predicted halftime score for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

Our AI predicts the halftime score will be 1:0.

What is the expected ball possession for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

Our AI predicts Ivory Coast will have 53% possession, while Burkina Faso will have 47% possession.

How many shots are expected in Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

The total number of shots is expected to be 26, with Ivory Coast taking 15 shots and Burkina Faso taking 11 shots.

How many corners are predicted in Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

The match is expected to have a total of 10 corners, with Ivory Coast earning 6 corners and Burkina Faso earning 4 corners.

What is the predicted number of yellow cards for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

According to our AI prediction, this match is expected to have a total of 4 yellow cards. Ivory Coast is projected to receive 1 yellow cards, while Burkina Faso is expected to receive 3 yellow cards.

What is the squad value of Ivory Coast before the match against Burkina Faso?

The current estimated market value of Ivory Coast is €374.30m. This reflects the financial strength of their squad before facing Burkina Faso.

What is the squad value of Burkina Faso before the match against Ivory Coast?

The current estimated market value of Burkina Faso is €118.10m. This represents their squad’s financial standing before playing against Ivory Coast.

How many goals are expected in the first half of Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

Our AI predicts that the first half of Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso will have a total of 1 goals, based on the predicted halftime score of 1:0.

How many total goals are expected in Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?

According to our AI prediction, the match between Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso is expected to have a total of 2 goals, based on the predicted full-time score of 2:0.

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Prediction

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Africa Cup of Nations

Ivory Coast

€374.30m

6 Jan19:00

3 : 0

Burkina Faso

€118.10m

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Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Prediction Africa Cup of Nations

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Prediction: AFCON Betting Preview & Tips

Fans and punters alike are buzzing for this Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 tie, and our Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso prediction is here to help you make sense of the stats, the stories, and the best betting odds. With two neighboring nations set to meet at Stade de Marrakech on January 6, 2026, at 19:00 GMT, expect a contest loaded with passion, tactical battles, and—if our AI has anything to say about it—a few surprises for your sports betting slips.

Team News, Tactics, and What’s at Stake

Let’s set the scene: Ivory Coast, the defending champions, have swaggered into the knockouts after topping Group F. Their journey wasn’t short on drama—coming from two goals down to stun Gabon 3.2 was the kind of heart-stopping football that keeps fans glued to their screens. Veteran midfielder Jean Michaël Seri has been vocal about the team’s readiness to defend their crown, and coach Emerse Faé’s tactical tweaks (including super-subs Christopher Opéri and Bazoumana Touré) have paid off. With the likes of Jean-Philippe Krasso and Wilfried Zaha in attack, the Elephants have both firepower and flexibility.

Burkina Faso, meanwhile, are quietly plotting history. Under coach Brama Traoré, the Stallions finished second in Group E and are dreaming of their first AFCON title. There’s a sense of mission in this squad, with Traoré rotating his lineup smartly to keep legs fresh for this big day. Lassina Traore and Arsene Kouassi have been among the goals, and captain Bertrand Traoré, after a brush with CAF’s disciplinary committee, is cleared to play. The only question mark is over goalkeeper Hervé Koffi’s fitness after being subbed off injured against Sudan.

Key Match Facts and Head to Head

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso prediction has been shaped by recent results: the Elephants won their last head to head 2.0 on December 22, 2024.
Ivory Coast’s squad value is a staggering €3.2.30m compared to Burkina Faso’s €2.0.10m—a gulf that shows in the betting odds.
Bookmakers set the home win at 2.0, draw at 3.2, and away win at 5.2, reflecting the Elephants’ status as favorites.
Burkina Faso have shown they can surprise, holding Algeria to a 2-2 draw away earlier this year with win odds of 5.0.
Ivory Coast are chasing history: no team has defended the AFCON title since Egypt in 2010.

AI Predictions, Tips, and Betting Odds Analysis

If you’re looking for sports betting value, our AI has crunched the numbers on this Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso prediction. Here’s what the data tells us:

Most likely outcome: Home win (Ivory Coast) with a confidence rating of 4.4/10 at odds of 2.0.
Best tip: NG (at least one team will not score), with a confidence of 7.5/10 and odds of 1.62.
Over/Under: Under 2.5 goals is a strong pick, with a confidence of 6.0/10 and odds of 1.61.
Predicted final score: 2.0 to Ivory Coast; at the break, expect a 1:0 lead.
Expected stats: 53% possession for the home side, 15 shots (3 on target); Burkina Faso to manage 11 shots (2 on target) and 4 corners.

The numbers tell a clear story: Ivory Coast’s superior squad depth, tactical discipline, and recent head to head record suggest they should edge this contest. The AI’s confidence in a low-scoring affair is backed by both sides’ organized defenses and the high-pressure nature of knockout football—nobody wants to be the one making the mistake that sends them home.

Betting Tips and Final Thoughts

If you’re playing the 1x2 market, the home win is the logical (and statistically supported) choice.
For those who love a bit of value, the NG market looks tasty—especially with both teams’ tendency to keep things tight when it matters most.
Under 2.5 goals is a smart pick, especially with both managers likely to prioritize defensive solidity in the first hour.

In summary, the Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso prediction leans toward a professional, perhaps unspectacular, home win—think 2.0, with a goal in each half. Expect the Elephants to control most of the play, but don’t rule out some nervy moments if the Stallions find a gallop. Whatever your sports betting style, this AFCON encounter promises top drama, tactical intrigue, and a few talking points for your next football chat. Good luck!

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Prediction: AFCON Betting Preview & Tips

Team News, Tactics, and What’s at Stake

Key Match Facts and Head to Head

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso prediction has been shaped by recent results: the Elephants won their last head to head 2.0 on December 22, 2024.
Ivory Coast’s squad value is a staggering €3.2.30m compared to Burkina Faso’s €2.0.10m—a gulf that shows in the betting odds.
Bookmakers set the home win at 2.0, draw at 3.2, and away win at 5.2, reflecting the Elephants’ status as favorites.
Burkina Faso have shown they can surprise, holding Algeria to a 2-2 draw away earlier this year with win odds of 5.0.
Ivory Coast are chasing history: no team has defended the AFCON title since Egypt in 2010.

AI Predictions, Tips, and Betting Odds Analysis

If you’re looking for sports betting value, our AI has crunched the numbers on this Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso prediction. Here’s what the data tells us:

Most likely outcome: Home win (Ivory Coast) with a confidence rating of 4.4/10 at odds of 2.0.
Best tip: NG (at least one team will not score), with a confidence of 7.5/10 and odds of 1.62.
Over/Under: Under 2.5 goals is a strong pick, with a confidence of 6.0/10 and odds of 1.61.
Predicted final score: 2.0 to Ivory Coast; at the break, expect a 1:0 lead.
Expected stats: 53% possession for the home side, 15 shots (3 on target); Burkina Faso to manage 11 shots (2 on target) and 4 corners.

Betting Tips and Final Thoughts

If you’re playing the 1x2 market, the home win is the logical (and statistically supported) choice.
For those who love a bit of value, the NG market looks tasty—especially with both teams’ tendency to keep things tight when it matters most.
Under 2.5 goals is a smart pick, especially with both managers likely to prioritize defensive solidity in the first hour.

AI Predictions

Warning

Ivory Coast has an unusually high recent form

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso

NG -161

At least one team is not expected to score with odds of -161

7/10

1x2 Tip

1 100

Ivory Coast is expected to win with odds of 100

4/10

Total Goals

Under 2.5 -189

No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match

5/10

Both Teams To Score

No -161

At least one team is not expected to score

7/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U4.5 -313

Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals

6/10

Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

1:0

Correct Score

2:0

Stats Predictions

53%

Ball Possession

47%

Total Shots

Shots on Goal

Shots Off Goal

Corners

Yellow Cards

Average / Match

2.2

Total Goals

2.8

1.8

Goals Scored

2.1

0.4

Goals Against

0.7

52%

Possession

55%

12.3

Total Shots

14.2

3.1

Shots on Goal

5.6

4.9

Shots off Goal

6.6

Corners

5.7

1.5

Yellow Cards

2.17

Overview Last 10 Matches

Wins

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 3.5 Goals

Both Teams Scored

Unexpected Wins

Unexpected Loses

Head to Head

2 - 0 - 2

Burkina Faso	^28-Dec-24 2:0	Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast	^22-Dec-24 2:0	Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso	^19-Nov-22 2:1	Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast	^05-Jun-21 2:1	Burkina Faso

Recent Matches of Ivory Coast

10 Jan	L	Egypt.	3:2	Ivory Coas.
06 Jan	W	Ivory Coas.	3:0	Burkina Fa.
31 Dec	W	Gabon.	2:3	Ivory Coas.
28 Dec	D	Ivory Coas.	1:1	Cameroon.
24 Dec	W	Ivory Coas.	1:0	Mozambique.
18 Nov	W	Oman.	0:2	Ivory Coas.
14 Oct	W	Ivory Coas.	3:0	Kenya.
10 Oct	W	Seychelles.	0:7	Ivory Coas.
09 Sep	D	Gabon.	0:0	Ivory Coas.
05 Sep	W	Ivory Coas.	1:0	Burundi.

Recent Matches of Burkina Faso

06 Jan	L	Ivory Coas.	3:0	Burkina Fa.
31 Dec	W	Sudan.	0:2	Burkina Fa.
28 Dec	L	Algeria.	1:0	Burkina Fa.
24 Dec	W	Burkina Fa.	2:1	Equatoria.
18 Nov	W	Burkina Fa.	3:0	Benin.
12 Oct	W	Burkina Fa.	3:1	Ethiopia.
08 Oct	W	Sierra Leo.	0:1	Burkina Fa.
09 Sep	D	Burkina Fa.	0:0	Egypt.
05 Sep	W	Djibouti.	0:6	Burkina Fa.
16 Aug	L	Burkina Fa.	1:2	Madagascar.

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Prediction

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Prediction: AFCON Betting Preview & Tips

Team News, Tactics, and What’s at Stake

Key Match Facts and Head to Head

AI Predictions, Tips, and Betting Odds Analysis

Betting Tips and Final Thoughts

Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Prediction: AFCON Betting Preview & Tips

Team News, Tactics, and What’s at Stake

Key Match Facts and Head to Head

AI Predictions, Tips, and Betting Odds Analysis

Betting Tips and Final Thoughts

Warning

Best Tip

1x2 Tip

Total Goals

Both Teams To Score

Bet Builder Tip

Half-Time Score

Correct Score

Stats Predictions

Average / Match

Overview Last 10 Matches

Head to Head

Latest Matches

Recent Matches of Ivory Coast

Recent Matches of Burkina Faso

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