AFCON 2027 Qualifiers· Kick-off : Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 19:00 (UK time)
Mauritania vs Burkina Faso prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: the Mauritania vs Burkina Faso match is scheduled on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 19:00 (UK time). Venue: Stade Cheikha Ould Boidiya, Nouakchott. Nothing is settled in advance: the AI gives Mauritania 36%, Burkina Faso 37% and the draw 27%.
Over their last 5 matches, Mauritania have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, scoring 7 and conceding 6. Burkina Faso have won just one of their last 5 matches (2 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 4 and conceding 13. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Mauritania score 1.40 and concede 1.20 goals per game; Burkina Faso score 0.80 and concede 2.60. In the table, Mauritania sit 3rd with 3 points from 2 games, Burkina Faso 2nd with 4 points from 2. The two teams are close in the standings.
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Mauritania, 3 for Burkina Faso and 1 draw. The most recent ended Mauritania 1-0 Burkina Faso (Aug 13, 2025). In double chance terms, "Mauritania or draw" stands at 63%, "Burkina Faso or draw" at 64% and "no draw" at 73%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Exact score and goal markets 🔒
The most likely exact score, the top 5 scorelines, expected goals and the both-teams-to-score and over/under probabilities are part of the full prediction. They will be published here as a review once the match is over.
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Mauritania
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | Benin · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 1-2 | L |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Central African Republic · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 3-1 | W |
| Jun 8, 2026 | Niger · International Friendlies | 1-0 | W |
| Jun 5, 2026 | Angola · International Friendlies | 1-1 | D |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Argentina · International Friendlies | 1-2 | L |
Burkina Faso
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 | Argentina · International Friendlies | 0-7 | L |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Central African Republic · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Benin · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 1-1 | D |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Belarus · International Friendlies | 2-2 | D |
| Jun 5, 2026 | Russia · International Friendlies | 0-3 | L |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritania | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Burkina Faso | 2 | 4 | 2 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2025 | Mauritania 1-0 Burkina Faso | African Nations Championship |
| Jan 16, 2024 | Burkina Faso 1-0 Mauritania | Africa Cup of Nations |
| Oct 17, 2023 | Mauritania 1-2 Burkina Faso | International Friendlies |
| Dec 30, 2021 | Mauritania 0-0 Burkina Faso | International Friendlies |
| Mar 22, 2019 | Burkina Faso 1-0 Mauritania | Africa Cup of Nations |
Out and doubtful
Mauritania
No absences reported.
Burkina Faso
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Mauritania
Starts over the last 3 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Abeid2/3
- D. Gassama2/3
- J. Lefort2/3
- L. Ba2/3
- M. Diop2/3
- O. Ngom2/3
- A. Koita1/3
- A. Mahmoud1/3
- Aboubakary Koita1/3
- Aly Abeid1/3
- B. Lekoueiry1/3
Burkina Faso
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Kouassi4/5
- E. Tapsoba4/5
- L. Doucet4/5
- I. Ouedraogo3/5
- O. Bouda3/5
- A. Nagalo2/5
- A. Zagre2/5
- D. Ouattara2/5
- G. Minoungou2/5
- H. Koffi2/5
- I. Kabore2/5
First detailed prediction free, no card required.
See the full prediction (scenario, scorers, half-time)Other matches in this competition
- Guinea-Bissau – MadagascarNov 17, 2026
- Sierra Leone – DR CongoNov 17, 2026
- Libya – TunisiaNov 17, 2026
- Togo – AlgeriaNov 17, 2026
- Gambia – Ivory CoastNov 17, 2026
- Botswana – UgandaNov 17, 2026
- Liberia – Cape VerdeNov 17, 2026
- Rwanda – MaliNov 17, 2026
- Congo – ComorosNov 17, 2026
- Niger – MoroccoNov 17, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Mauritania vs Burkina Faso prediction?
Our AI gives Mauritania a 36% chance of winning, the draw 27% and Burkina Faso 37%. Burkina Faso are therefore slight favourites.
When and where is Mauritania vs Burkina Faso played?
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 19:00 (UK time), AFCON 2027 Qualifiers. Venue: Stade Cheikha Ould Boidiya, Nouakchott.
What form are Mauritania and Burkina Faso in?
Mauritania: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 6 conceded). Burkina Faso: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (4 scored, 13 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Mauritania and Burkina Faso?
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Mauritania, 3 for Burkina Faso and 1 draw. The most recent ended Mauritania 1-0 Burkina Faso (Aug 13, 2025).
Go further
- All Mauritania predictions
- All Burkina Faso predictions
- AFCON 2027 Qualifiers predictions
- Today’s predictions
- Our methodology