Predictions 02 – 05.02.2024
Nigeria vs Angola | Africa Cup of Nations
02/02/2024 17:00
Prediction: 2-1
In the first quarter-final of the Africa Cup of Nations, Angola and Nigeria will face off. Both teams have performed impressively, winning three out of four matches and drawing one, securing their places in the quarter-finals. Nigeria, with a more formidable squad and depth, is considered one of the favorites to win the tournament.
In contrast, Angola, characterized as one of the surprises, lacks notable players, with many participating in local leagues. The Nigerians, coming off a victory against the strong Cameroon in the round of 16, are expected to utilize their experience and depth against Angola, who may face challenges, especially in the second half when opponents can introduce fresh forces.
- Nigeria has won 3 out of 4 matches in the tournament, recently defeating Cameroon 2-0.
- Angola, considered one of the surprises, has also won 3 out of 4 matches.
- Angola occupies the 117th position in the FIFA rankings.
This sets the stage for an intriguing encounter where Nigeria’s experience and depth may pose challenges for the resilient Angolan side.
DR Congo vs Guinea | Africa Cup of Nations
02/02/2024 20:00
Prediction: 1-1
In the second quarter-final of the Africa Cup of Nations, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces Guinea. Congo has advanced to this stage with a unique record of four draws, securing second place in the group stage and progressing past Egypt in the round of 16 via penalties. Guinea, on the other hand, has had a more varied performance with two victories out of four matches and a successful round of 16 encounter against Equatorial Guinea.
Anticipated as a balanced match between two teams of similar calibre, both Congo and Guinea boast talented players, many of whom ply their trade in reputable leagues such as Ligue 1, Ligue 2, Premier League, Bundesliga, and La Liga. Notable players like Guirassy, who has already scored 17 goals in the Bundesliga this year, add to the quality of the Guinean squad.
- Congo has drawn all four matches played in the Cup so far.
- Guinea won two of the four matches played.
- Congo has won the Africa Cup of Nations once, while Guinea has reached the final once.
- Guinea occupies the 80th position in the FIFA ranking, while Congo is at 67.
This match is poised to be a closely contested encounter between two teams aiming to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
Mali vs Ivory Coast | Africa Cup of Nations
03/02/2024 17:00
Prediction: 0-1
The African Cup of Nations is reaching the quarter-finals, featuring prominent teams like the hosts Ivory Coast and Mali. The Ivorian team underwent a coaching change during the tournament to spark a turnaround in their performance. Despite facing challenges initially, they managed to secure a place in the knockout stage. However, their journey gets tougher as they face Mali, a formidable opponent that is unlikely to make their path easy.
- In the group stage, Ivory Coast encountered difficulties with two defeats in three games.
- Their first victory came against Guinea Bissau, a crucial 2-0 win that helped them advance.
- Ivory Coast’s only other victory came in the round of 16, where they eliminated reigning champions Senegal with a draw (1-1 in regular time) before winning in a penalty shootout.
- Mali, in contrast, has maintained an unbeaten record so far, securing two victories (one in the group stage and one in the round of 16) along with two draws.
This sets the stage for a highly unpredictable encounter in the quarter-finals, where errors are not permissible.
Alaves vs Barcelona | La Liga
03/02/2024 17:30
Prediction: 0-1
On Saturday, the twenty-third matchday of La Liga brings Alaves and Barcelona together. Barcelona finds itself in a state of transition, having recently parted ways with coach Xavi. The team, currently in fourth place with 47 points, is looking to maintain its position for Champions League qualification, holding a five-point lead over Athletic Bilbao in fifth place.
- The hosts, Alaves, find themselves comfortably in mid-table, having secured three consecutive victories against Sevilla, Cadiz, and Almeria.
- Alaves has struggled against the top four teams in the league, losing to Real, Girona, Atletico Madrid, and Athletic Bilbao.
- At home, Alaves has lost two of its last four matches.
- Barcelona has won six of its last nine matches.
- The Blaugrana have secured three points away from home in four of their last six matches.
- Barcelona has won all of its last three meetings with Alaves and has not suffered a loss to them since 2016.
Cape Verde Islands vs South Africa | Africa Cup of Nations
03/02/2024 20:00
Prediction: 1-1
Cape Verde has emerged as one of the surprises in the Africa Cup of Nations, remaining unbeaten in the tournament. Their access to the quarter-finals is impressive, and the team has played without the pressure often associated with bigger teams. However, they now face a challenging opponent in South Africa, one of the in-form teams of the competition.
While South Africa had a slow start with a defeat against Mali, they have since bounced back with two wins and a draw, emphasizing a strong defensive performance. Cape Verde, on the other hand, has provided more entertainment in their matches, boasting three wins and a draw against Egypt in the group stage.
- As noted, South Africa’s debut in the competition saw them lose 2-0 to Mali.
- They have since recorded two wins and a draw, with three clean sheets in the process.
- South Africa emphasizes a strong defensive phase, evident in their 0-0 draw against Tunisia in the group stage.
- Cape Verde has had an almost perfect journey with three wins and a draw against Egypt in the four matches played so far.
Arsenal vs Liverpool |Premier League
04/02/2024 16:30
Prediction: 1-0
A crucial match in the Premier League is set for Sunday, as Arsenal and Liverpool go head-to-head in a game that could have a significant impact on the race for the championship. Liverpool currently sits at the top of the table with 51 points, holding a five-point lead over Arsenal.
Manchester City is sandwiched in between with 46 points and a game in hand. Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool has a chance to extend their lead, while Arsenal, under the management of Mikel Arteta, cannot afford to lose if they want to keep their title aspirations alive, especially after last year’s disappointments.
- Arsenal has lost or drawn three out of their last five matches.
- Liverpool is on an unbeaten streak of eleven games.
- Arsenal has won just one of their last twelve matches.
- Liverpool has had 21 games with Over 1.5 goals in 22 matchdays.
- Arsenal’s last six games have all ended with Over 1.5 goals.
Inter Milan vs Juventus| Serie A
04/02/2024 19:45
Prediction: 3-1
A highly anticipated match in Serie A awaits as Inter and Juventus, the top two teams in the league, clash at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milan on Sunday, February 4, 2024. With just one point separating them and Inter having a game in hand, both teams’ aspirations for the Italian flag will face a strong test.
Inzaghi’s Inter reclaimed the league lead in the previous round with a 1-0 victory in Florence, while Allegri’s Juventus was held to a 1-1 draw by Empoli at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, costing them the top spot. The first leg between these two teams also ended in a 1-1 draw.
- Inter has won their last 5 official matches this season.
- Inter is unbeaten in 23 games in all competitions, considering matches in just 90 minutes.
- Juventus is unbeaten in 19 consecutive games in all competitions.
- In 7 of their last 8 Serie A matches, Inter ended the first half ahead and then won the match.
- The last 5 head-to-head matches between Inter and Juventus ended with Under 2.5 goals.
Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid | La Liga
04/02/2024 20:00
Prediction: 3-1
The Madrid derby returns for the fourth time this season on Sunday, with Real Madrid facing Atletico Madrid. The previous encounters have been thrilling, with each team securing a victory, showcasing an exciting spectacle. In the Super Cup, Real Madrid emerged triumphant with a 5-3 scoreline, while Atletico Madrid avenged their defeat in the Copa del Rey with a 4-2 win, both matches requiring extra time.
The stakes are high in terms of the standings, as Ancelotti’s Real Madrid is leading with a two-point advantage over Girona, a surprising contender. Atletico Madrid, currently third with 47 points, must be wary of Athletic Bilbao, sharing the same points at 42.
Both teams are in excellent form, with a string of victories in recent encounters. Real Madrid has secured ten consecutive wins, while Atletico Madrid has notched up five victories. The latest victims were Getafe and Las Palmas for Ancelotti’s side, and Rayo Vallecano and Valencia for Simeone’s squad.
- Six of the last seven matches between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid have ended with both teams scoring and Over 2.5 goals.
- All of the last three meetings have concluded with at least four goals on the final scoreboard.
- Real Madrid has both scored and conceded at least one goal in six of the last seven matches.
- In Atletico Madrid’s away matches, three goals have been scored in the last four outings.
