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ZESCO vs Kaizer Chiefs Prediction

ZESCO

€625.00Th.

25 Jan08:00
0 : 1

Kaizer Chiefs

€16.67m

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ZESCO vs Kaizer Chiefs Prediction CAF Confederation Cup

ZESCO vs Kaizer Chiefs Prediction: Odds, Tips, and Sports Betting Insights

The CAF Confederation Cup returns with a high-stakes Group D meeting as ZESCO United welcome Kaizer Chiefs to the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola. If you’re searching for a reliable ZESCO vs Kaizer Chiefs prediction, you’re in the right place—this match is set for January 25, 2026, at 13:00 GMT, and both sides are desperate for their first group stage win. With sports betting fans eyeing the latest betting odds and head to head history, there’s plenty to unpack before the whistle blows.

Team News, Tactics, and Head to Head History

The stakes could hardly be higher for ZESCO United, who find themselves rooted to the bottom of Group D after two straight losses. The Zambian side, affectionately called Team Ya Ziko by their loyal fans, have yet to register a point. Kaizer Chiefs, meanwhile, sit just above them in third, with a single point from their opening two fixtures. Both teams know that another slip-up could make progression almost impossible.

  • Head to head: The last time these two met in continental competition, ZESCO sent Chiefs packing with a 5-2 aggregate win in the 2018/19 play-off round. ZESCO’s home record against South African teams is impressive: unbeaten in four, with two wins and two draws.
  • Squad value: There’s a gulf in squad value, with ZESCO’s roster worth €625,000, while the Chiefs boast a hefty €16.67 million.
  • Kaizer Chiefs team news: The Glamour Boys are missing a host of key players, including Etiosa Ighodaro, Gaston Sirino, and Ethan Chislett. The injury list is long enough to fill a minibus, and a few new signings are still waiting for their debut.
  • Coaching corner: Chiefs’ co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef are under pressure, but Kaze insists the coaching staff should be judged at season’s end, not mid-campaign.
  • ZESCO’s rallying cry: CEO Kelvin Mutafu and chairperson Patricia Musiya have called on fans to turn the stadium into a fortress, hoping the home crowd can help reverse their fortunes.

Tactical Insights and What to Expect

Tactically, expect ZESCO to keep things tight at the back, heeding advice from former Chiefs striker Chris Katongo: beware the South Africans’ pace on the break. Chiefs, for their part, will look to exploit any gaps with their quick wingers and strikers, even if their squad is stretched thinner than a budget airline sandwich.

  • Interesting fact: This is the first group stage match after the AFCON break, and Chiefs are staring down a brutal schedule of up to 13 matches in eight weeks. Squad depth will be tested like never before.

AI Sports Betting Tips and ZESCO vs Kaizer Chiefs Prediction

Now, let’s get to the numbers and tips that matter for your sports betting slip. The betting odds for this one suggest a tight contest: ZESCO win at 3.75, draw at 3.755, and a Kaizer Chiefs win at 2.45. But what do the stats and our AI say?

  1. Top selection: Under 2.45 goals is the standout pick, with a confidence rating of 9.1/10 and odds of 1.55. Both teams have struggled for goals and are likely to play it safe, especially with so much at stake.
  2. 1x2 prediction: Our AI leans towards an away win (Chiefs) with a trust level of 5.9 and odds of 2.45. The predicted final score? A cagey 0:1 in favor of the visitors, with the same scoreline expected at half-time.
  3. Best under/over bet: Again, under 2.45 goals is the smart play, backed by both form and tactical setups.

Final Thoughts and Betting Odds Recap

To sum up, the ZESCO vs Kaizer Chiefs prediction points to a low-scoring affair, with the visitors tipped to edge it. The Chiefs’ injury woes and ZESCO’s home pride make for a fascinating head to head, but the stats and betting odds both suggest goals will be at a premium. If you’re placing a bet, under 2.45 goals looks like the safest route, while a cheeky punt on a narrow away win could pay off nicely.

  • Prediction: Kaizer Chiefs to win 1-0
  • Best bet: Under 2.45 goals
  • Odds recap: ZESCO win 3.75, Draw 3.755, Chiefs win 2.45, Under 2.45 goals 1.55

Will ZESCO’s fortress hold, or will the Chiefs’ battered but determined squad snatch a vital away win? Whatever happens, this is one for the football betting fans to watch closely—and maybe, just maybe, for the home fans to bring their lucky charms.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for ZESCO vs Kaizer Chiefs

U2.5 -182

No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -182
9/10

1x2 Tip

2 145

Kaizer Chiefs is expected to win with odds of 145
5/10

Total Goals

Under 2.5 -182

No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match
9/10

Both Teams To Score

No -122

At least one team is not expected to score
3/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&U3.5 -137

Away win/draw and under 3.5 goals
5/10
Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

0:1

Correct Score

0:1

Average / Match

1.7
Total Goals
1.6
0.9
Goals Scored
1.1
0.8
Goals Against
0.5

Overview Last 10 Matches

3
Wins
4
4
Over 1.5 Goals
4
3
Over 2.5 Goals
3
2
Over 3.5 Goals
2
3
Both Teams Scored
4
0
Unexpected Wins
0
1
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

ZESCO
0 - 0 - 0
Kaizer Chiefs

Profile time Recent Matches of ZESCO

28 Jan Mutondo Stars Mutondo Star.
-
ZESCO. ZESCO
25 JanL ZESCO ZESCO.
0:1
Kaizer Chief. Kaizer Chiefs
17 JanW ZESCO ZESCO.
1:0
Kabwe. Kabwe
11 JanL Nkana Nkana.
2:1
ZESCO. ZESCO
24 DecD Prison L Prison L.
0:0
ZESCO. ZESCO
20 DecW ZESCO ZESCO.
2:0
Kansanshi. Kansanshi
17 DecD ZESCO ZESCO.
0:0
Nchanga R. Nchanga R
06 DecL ZESCO ZESCO.
0:1
Nkwazi. Nkwazi
28 NovL ZESCO ZESCO.
2:3
Al Masry. Al Masry
23 NovL Zamalek Zamalek.
1:0
ZESCO. ZESCO

Profile time Recent Matches of Kaizer Chiefs

28 JanMarumo G Marumo G.
-
Kaizer Chief.Kaizer Chiefs
25 JanWZESCO ZESCO.
0:1
Kaizer Chief.Kaizer Chiefs
20 JanWKaizer Chiefs Kaizer Chief.
1:0
Golden Arrow.Golden Arrows
07 DecDTS Galaxy TS Galaxy.
0:0
Kaizer Chief.Kaizer Chiefs
03 DecDChippa Utd. Chippa Utd..
0:0
Kaizer Chief.Kaizer Chiefs
29 NovDKaizer Chiefs Kaizer Chief.
1:1
Zamalek.Zamalek
23 NovLAl Masry Al Masry.
2:1
Kaizer Chief.Kaizer Chiefs
04 NovWKaizer Chiefs Kaizer Chief.
4:1
Orbit Colleg.Orbit College
31 OctWDurban City Durban City.
0:1
Kaizer Chief.Kaizer Chiefs
26 OctWKaizer Chiefs Kaizer Chief.
3:1
Simba.Simba

World - CAF Confederation Cup World - CAF Confederation Cup

Team Matches Goals Points
1 AL Masry AL Masry2
5-3
6
2 Zamalek SC Zamalek SC2
2-1
4
3 Kaizer Chiefs Kaizer Chiefs2
2-3
1
4 ZESCO United ZESCO United2
2-4
0
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