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Africa Cup of Nations action continues with Burkina Faso vs Equatorial Guinea at a neutral AFCON venue on 24/12/2025. Burkina Faso’s last five matches delivered four wins and one draw, while Equatorial Guinea recorded two wins, one draw, and two defeats. The most recent competitive head-to-head between these teams ended goalless. Both sides are competing for early group points, with qualification margins typically decided by one or two results.
Burkina Faso Review & Recent Form
Last five matches: W D W W W
Burkina Faso are targeting progression to the knockout stage and need consistent group results. This run includes four wins and one draw.
Recent matches include a 3–0 friendly win over Benin, a 3–1 victory against Ethiopia, a 1–0 win away to Sierra Leone, a 1–1 draw with Algeria, and a 6–0 win over Djibouti. Across these games, Burkina Faso scored 14 goals and conceded 3, keeping three clean sheets. They allowed fewer than one goal per match and conceded just three times across their last six outings.
Equatorial Guinea Review & Recent Form
Last five matches: W L L D W
Equatorial Guinea are also chasing a top-two group finish and need points against direct rivals. The sequence shows two wins, one draw, and two losses.
Recent results include a 3–2 win over São Tomé and Príncipe, a 1–0 victory against Kenya, a 1–1 draw with Liberia, and defeats to Madagascar (0–1) and Malawi (0–3). Over these five matches, Equatorial Guinea scored 6 goals and conceded 7. They have allowed goals in five of their last six matches.
Head-to-Head Record
The last competitive meeting between Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea took place at the Africa Cup of Nations in January 2015, finishing 0–0. No goals were scored in that match.
Lineups, Injuries & Suspensions
No confirmed suspensions for either side. Both teams are expected to have near full squads available at kickoff.
Odds, Markets & Betting Tips
- 1X2: Burkina Faso win around 1.65–1.80, Draw 3.20–3.40, Equatorial Guinea win 4.50–5.20
- Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 goals ~1.85–1.95, Under 2.5 goals ~1.75–1.85
- BTTS: Yes ~1.95–2.05, No ~1.70–1.80
- Double Chance: Burkina Faso or Draw ~1.20–1.30
- Team Goals: Burkina Faso over 1.5 goals ~1.85–1.95
- Correct Score Range: Burkina Faso to win 2–0 or 2–1 priced in the mid-range correct score markets
Market pricing reflects Burkina Faso’s stronger recent scoring output and lower goals conceded.
Where to Watch Online & Kickoff Time
The match is available through official Africa Cup of Nations broadcast partners and regional streaming platforms. Kickoff is scheduled for 24/12/2025 at 14:00 UTC.
Prediction: Burkina Faso vs Equatorial Guinea, Africa Cup of Nations
Burkina Faso arrive with a higher scoring rate and a lower goals-against record across recent fixtures. Equatorial Guinea have conceded regularly against comparable opponents.
- Final Prediction: Burkina Faso 2–0 Equatorial Guinea
- Best Bet: Burkina Faso to win
- Alternative Value: Burkina Faso win to nil
