Linafoot (DR Congo)· Kick-off : Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 14:00 (UK time)
Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers: 0-0 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: Dauphins Noirs 0-0 Rangers. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Dauphins Noirs (59%), while a draw was rated at only 23%. The final score ranked 6th among the most likely scorelines (6.5%), behind 1-0. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (50%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (52%): missed.
Match analysis
Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers was played on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 (Linafoot (DR Congo), matchday 1). Before kick-off, our model gave Dauphins Noirs a 59% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Rangers 18%. The most likely correct score is 1-0 (11.8%), ahead of 1-1 (10.8%) and 2-0 (10.7%).
Dauphins Noirs are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws), scoring 7 and conceding 1. Rangers have not won any of their last 5 matches (0 draws, 5 defeats), scoring 3 and conceding 12. Recent momentum is clearly with Dauphins Noirs. On average Dauphins Noirs score 1.40 and concede 0.20 goals per game; Rangers score 0.60 and concede 2.40.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Dauphins Noirs, 0 for Rangers and 1 draw. The most recent ended Dauphins Noirs 3-0 Rangers (Apr 15, 2026). In double chance terms, "Dauphins Noirs or draw" stands at 82%, "Rangers or draw" at 41% and "no draw" at 77%.
In short : Dauphins Noirs are tipped by our AI model in this Dauphins Noirs v Rangers (59%). On recent form, Dauphins Noirs have 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses in 5 while Rangers are struggling (5 losses in 5). Our model's most likely scoreline: 1-0.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Dauphins Noirs – Rangers. 1-0 is the single most likely scoreline (11.8%); the 5 scores below add up to 50% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Dauphins Noirs 1-0 Rangers | 11.8% |
| Dauphins Noirs 1-1 Rangers | 10.8% |
| Dauphins Noirs 2-0 Rangers | 10.7% |
| Dauphins Noirs 2-1 Rangers | 9.8% |
| Dauphins Noirs 3-0 Rangers | 6.5% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
The model expects 2.74 goals in total (1.82 for Dauphins Noirs, 0.92 for Rangers): over 2.5 goals has a 52% probability and both teams to score 50%. Dauphins Noirs keep a clean sheet in 40% of scenarios, Rangers in 16%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Dauphins Noirs expected goals | 1.82 |
| Rangers expected goals | 0.92 |
| Both teams to score | 50% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 76% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 52% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 30% |
| Dauphins Noirs clean sheet | 40% |
| Rangers clean sheet | 16% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Dauphins Noirs
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2026 | FC Renaissance · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 0-0 | D |
| Mar 28, 2026 | JSK · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 2-0 | W |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Vita Club · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 1-0 | W |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Motema Pembe · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 1-1 | D |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Anges Verts · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 3-0 | W |
Rangers
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2026 | Vita Club · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 0-3 | L |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Etoile de Kivu · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 0-1 | L |
| Apr 1, 2026 | FC Mk de Kinshasa · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 0-1 | L |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Maniema Union · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 1-3 | L |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Anges Verts · Linafoot (DR Congo) | 2-4 | L |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dauphins Noirs | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Rangers | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | Dauphins Noirs 3-0 Rangers | Linafoot (DR Congo) |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Rangers 1-1 Dauphins Noirs | Linafoot (DR Congo) |
Out and doubtful
Dauphins Noirs
No absences reported.
Rangers
No absences reported.
Other matches in this competition
- Simba 2-0 Saint-LucOct 20, 2026
- Don Bosco 1-1 MaloleOct 20, 2026
- Céleste 1-1 FC MKOct 20, 2026
- Dauphins Noirs – Etoile de KivuOct 20, 2026
- Tanganyika 2-1 BlessingOct 20, 2026
- Saint Eloi Lupopo 0-0 AS New SogerOct 20, 2026
- JSK 0-1 Étoile du CongoOct 20, 2026
- JSK – FC MKOct 20, 2026
- Maniema Union – Étoile du CongoOct 20, 2026
- Céleste – New JackOct 21, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave Dauphins Noirs a 59% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Rangers 18%. Dauphins Noirs are therefore favourites. Final score: 0-0.
What is the most likely correct score for Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers?
1-0 (11.8%), followed by 1-1 (10.8%), 2-0 (10.7%), 2-1 (9.8%) and 3-0 (6.5%).
Will both teams score in Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers?
The probability that both Dauphins Noirs and Rangers score is 50%. Dauphins Noirs have a 40% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Rangers 16%.
How many goals should we expect in Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers?
The model expects 2.74 goals (1.82 for Dauphins Noirs, 0.92 for Rangers). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 76%, over 2.5 goals 52%, over 3.5 goals 30%.
When and where is Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers played?
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 14:00 (UK time), Linafoot (DR Congo), matchday 1.
What form are Dauphins Noirs and Rangers in?
Dauphins Noirs: 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 1 conceded). Rangers: 0 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats in their last 5 matches (3 scored, 12 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Dauphins Noirs and Rangers?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Dauphins Noirs, 0 for Rangers and 1 draw. The most recent ended Dauphins Noirs 3-0 Rangers (Apr 15, 2026).
What was the Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: Dauphins Noirs 0-0 Rangers. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Dauphins Noirs (59%), while a draw was rated at only 23%. The final score ranked 6th among the most likely scorelines (6.5%), behind 1-0. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (50%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (52%): missed.
How is the Dauphins Noirs vs Rangers prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.82 for Dauphins Noirs, 0.92 for Rangers) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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