AFCON 2027 Qualifiers· Kick-off : Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 19:00 (UK time)
Rwanda vs Mali prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Rwanda vs Mali kicks off on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 19:00 (UK time). Venue: Stade Amahoro, Kigali. It is a tight call: 41% for Rwanda, 26% for the draw and 33% for Mali.
Rwanda are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (4 wins, 1 draw), scoring 11 and conceding 2. Over their last 5 matches, Mali have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 5 and conceding 4. Rwanda therefore arrive in far better shape than Mali. On average Rwanda score 2.20 and concede 0.40 goals per game; Mali score 1.00 and concede 0.80. In the table, Rwanda sit 1st with 6 points from 2 games, Mali 2nd with 6 points from 2. The two teams are close in the standings.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Rwanda, 2 for Mali and 0 draws. The most recent ended Rwanda 0-3 Mali (Nov 11, 2021). In double chance terms, "Rwanda or draw" stands at 67%, "Mali or draw" at 59% and "no draw" at 74%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Rwanda
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | Kenya · International Friendlies | 0-0 | D |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Cape Verde · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Liberia · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 3-1 | W |
| Mar 30, 2026 | Estonia · FIFA Series | 2-0 | W |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Grenada · FIFA Series | 4-0 | W |
Mali
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 | Morocco · International Friendlies | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Liberia · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Cape Verde · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 3-1 | W |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Iran · International Friendlies | 0-2 | L |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Russia · International Friendlies | 0-0 | D |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| Mali | 2 | 6 | 2 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2021 | Rwanda 0-3 Mali | World Cup Qualifiers (Africa) |
| Sep 1, 2021 | Mali 1-0 Rwanda | World Cup Qualifiers (Africa) |
Out and doubtful
Rwanda
No absences reported.
Mali
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Rwanda
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Mutsinzi4/5
- J. Mickels4/5
- L. Mickels4/5
- P. Kavita4/5
- A. Biramahire3/5
- B. Mugisha3/5
- C. Niyomugabo3/5
- D. Bizimana3/5
- G. Byiringiro3/5
- J. Kwizera3/5
- Abeddy Biramahire2/5
Mali
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- N. Gassama5/5
- O. Camara4/5
- A. Dieng3/5
- D. Diarra3/5
- M. Doumbia3/5
- M. Sangare3/5
- A. Haidara2/5
- D. Guindo2/5
- D. Nene2/5
- G. Diakite2/5
- K. Doumbia2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Rwanda vs Mali prediction?
Our AI gives Rwanda a 41% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Mali 33%. Rwanda are therefore slight favourites.
When and where is Rwanda vs Mali played?
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 19:00 (UK time), AFCON 2027 Qualifiers. Venue: Stade Amahoro, Kigali.
What form are Rwanda and Mali in?
Rwanda: 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (11 scored, 2 conceded). Mali: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 4 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Rwanda and Mali?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Rwanda, 2 for Mali and 0 draws. The most recent ended Rwanda 0-3 Mali (Nov 11, 2021).
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