Nigeria vs Zimbabwe Prediction

Friendlies · Tue 26 May 2026
World : Friendlies
NigeriaLWLD
2 - 0
Full time · HT 1 - 0
ZimbabweWL
Kick-offTue 26 May, 19:30
Our tip1 @ 1.53 ✓
GoalsOver 2.5
Confidence75%

Full-time report

Our tip1 ✓
Backup1X ✓
GoalsOver 2.5 ✗
Both scoredNo

Recent form

Last 5 matches, home and away
NigeriaLWLD
06 Oct 26ARussia3 - 3Friendlies
29 Sep 26AGuinea-Bissau0 - 3Africa Cup Of Nations Qualification
25 Sep 26HMadagascar2 - 1Africa Cup Of Nations Qualification
10 Jun 26APortugal1 - 2Friendlies
ZimbabweWL
28 Sep 26HCongo DR1 - 2Africa Cup Of Nations Qualification
24 Sep 26ASierra Leone3 - 2Africa Cup Of Nations Qualification

Head to head

Full head to head: Nigeria vs Zimbabwe →

Our prediction

Nigeria to win

@ 1.53
Backup prediction
1X  •  Nigeria or Draw
@ 1.07
Confidence
75%

Goals outlook

Over/Under 2.5
Over 2.5
Confidence
75%
Over 2.5: 52%Under 2.5: 48%
Expected goals
1.38Nigeria
2.75Total
1.37Zimbabwe

Win probability

Nigeria66%
Draw21%
Zimbabwe13%

Odds (1X2)

11.53
X3.50
26.00

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe preview and result

Nigeria and Zimbabwe met in the Friendlies on Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 19:30 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 0, 1 - 0 at half time.

Our model gives Nigeria a 66% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Zimbabwe 13%. Our pick was Nigeria to win with 75% confidence at odds of 1.53. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Nigeria or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.07.

Goals: we expect about 2.8 goals (1.4 for Nigeria, 1.4 for Zimbabwe). The chance of three or more goals is 52%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (75% confidence). 2 goals were scored.

Form and head to head

Nigeria have 1 win, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 4 matches (L-W-L-D), scoring 6 and conceding 9. Zimbabwe have 1 win, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 2 matches (W-L), scoring 4 and conceding 4.

Frequently asked questions

What was the prediction for Nigeria vs Zimbabwe?

Our pre-match prediction is Nigeria to win (75% confidence) at odds of 1.53. Win chances: Nigeria 66%, draw 21%, Zimbabwe 13%.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Nigeria vs Zimbabwe?

We expect about 2.8 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 75% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 52%).

What time is Nigeria vs Zimbabwe?

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe (Friendlies) was played on Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 19:30 Nigerian time (WAT).

What is a safe bet for Nigeria vs Zimbabwe?

The double chance 1X (Nigeria or Draw) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.07. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.

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