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AFCON 2027 QualifiersAFCON 2027 Qualifiers· Kick-off : Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 16:00 (UK time)

Sierra Leone vs DR Congo prediction: correct score and AI tips

Match analysis

AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Sierra Leone vs DR Congo kicks off on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 16:00 (UK time). The edge goes to DR Congo (52%), ahead of the draw (27%) and a Sierra Leone win (21%).

Sierra Leone have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 5 and conceding 8. Over their last 5 matches, DR Congo have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, scoring 6 and conceding 6. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Sierra Leone score 1.00 and concede 1.60 goals per game; DR Congo score 1.20 and concede 1.20. In the table, Sierra Leone sit 4th with 0 points from 2 games, DR Congo 1st with 6 points from 2. The two teams are close in the standings.

In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Sierra Leone, 1 for DR Congo and 0 draws. The most recent ended DR Congo 3-0 Sierra Leone (Sep 27, 2022). In double chance terms, "Sierra Leone or draw" stands at 48%, "DR Congo or draw" at 79% and "no draw" at 73%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

21%
Sierra Leone (Win)
27%
Draw
52%
DR Congo (Win)

Double chance

48%
Sierra Leone or draw
79%
DR Congo or draw
73%
No draw

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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.

Sierra Leone

DateOpponentScore
Sep 28, 2026Equatorial Guinea · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers0-1L
Sep 24, 2026Zimbabwe · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers2-3L
Jun 9, 2026Liberia · International Friendlies1-3L
Jun 6, 2026Liberia · International Friendlies1-0W
Mar 30, 2026Azerbaijan · FIFA Series1-1D

DR Congo

DateOpponentScore
Oct 5, 2026Uganda · International Friendlies1-1D
Oct 2, 2026Uganda · International Friendlies0-2L
Sep 28, 2026Zimbabwe · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers2-1W
Sep 24, 2026Equatorial Guinea · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers2-0W
Jul 1, 2026England · FIFA World Cup1-2L

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
Sierra Leone402
DR Congo162

Head-to-head

DateScoreCompetition
Sep 27, 2022DR Congo 3-0 Sierra LeoneInternational Friendlies

Out and doubtful

Sierra Leone

No absences reported.

DR Congo

No absences reported.

Most regular starters

Sierra Leone

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Turay5/5
  • I. Kanu5/5
  • S. Tarawallie4/5
  • A. Jarjue Kabia3/5
  • A. Koroma3/5
  • J. Bah3/5
  • M. Jalloh3/5
  • M. Kamara3/5
  • A. Bakayoko2/5
  • A. Conteh2/5
  • D. Kanu2/5

DR Congo

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Tuanzebe3/5
  • A. Wan-Bissaka3/5
  • C. Mbemba3/5
  • N. Mbuku3/5
  • N. Sadiki3/5
  • S. Moutoussamy3/5
  • Y. Wissa3/5
  • A. Masuaku2/5
  • M. Epolo2/5
  • N. Mukau2/5
  • T. Bongonda2/5

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Sierra Leone vs DR Congo prediction?

Our AI gives Sierra Leone a 21% chance of winning, the draw 27% and DR Congo 52%. DR Congo are therefore favourites.

When and where is Sierra Leone vs DR Congo played?

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 16:00 (UK time), AFCON 2027 Qualifiers.

What form are Sierra Leone and DR Congo in?

Sierra Leone: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 8 conceded). DR Congo: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 6 conceded).

What is the head-to-head record between Sierra Leone and DR Congo?

In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Sierra Leone, 1 for DR Congo and 0 draws. The most recent ended DR Congo 3-0 Sierra Leone (Sep 27, 2022).

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