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Burundi will play host to Mauritania at Stade El Bachir in a friendly match on Tuesday. Both teams will use this meeting to assess ahead of the World Cup qualifiers.
Burundi vs Mauritania Preview
Burundi come into this match on the back of a 5-0 crushing of Seychelles in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. It was their third outing so far this year, marked by one win and two defeats. The hosts will be looking to test new players and hopefully put their house in order following four losses in their last five clashes.
The Swallows could make a statement in Group F of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying, as they remain a side to reckon with. They sit third on 10 points, six and five points behind first-placed Cote d’Ivoire (16) and second-placed Gabon (15) respectively. Burundi and Mauritania’s last meeting dates back to November 2020, with the hosts winning 3-2.
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Mauritania come into this game on the back of a 2-0 home defeat against DR Congo in FIFA World Cup qualifying. It was their second home setback in five matches, but like Burundi, the visitors boast just one win in their last five matches. Their motivation for this friendly is quite unclear, considering their WC qualifying performance.
Al-Murabitun will face Togo next in the qualifiers set for September. They sit at the bottom of Group B with two points, trailing the top spot by 11 points. They don’t appear to be pushing for a historic World Cup qualification. However, they could plan to use this game to assess their strengths and weaknesses for their future rebuild.
Burundi vs Mauritania Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Burundi have won twice, drawn once and lost once in their last four matches against Mauritania.
- Burundi have won once, drawn once and lost thrice in their last five matches at home.
- Burundi have scored five goals and conceded five in their last five matches in all competitions.
- Mauritania have drawn three times and lost twice in their last five matches on the road.
- Burundi have won once, drawn once and lost thrice in their last five matches, while Mauritania have won once, drawn twice and lost twice. Form Guide: Burundi – W-L-L-D-L, Mauritania – L-D-W-D-L.
Burundi vs Mauritania Prediction
Burundi look more determined as they hope to achieve something in Group F of World Cup qualifying. This match could help in prepping them.
Mauritania have no immediate challenge. They will likely use this friendly to plan for the future of the team, especially after failing to qualify for the 2025 AFCON.
Burundi are the favorites based on home advantage.
Prediction: Burundi 3-1 Mauritania
Burundi vs Mauritania Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Burundi to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Burundi to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Mauritania to score - Yes
