Gabon host Niger in Franceville on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, with both sides targeting a significant result in the second round of CAN 2027 qualifying in Group A.
The hosts are looking to recover from a 2-0 defeat by Morocco in their opening match, while Niger arrive with greater confidence after beating Lesotho 2-1.
Gabon
Sebastien Migne is expected to make changes to his Gabon side and retain a 4-4-2 formation for the match at home.
The French manager will be without Aaron Appindangoye, who is unavailable after suffering an injury in training. Chris Obiang is expected to replace him in the starting line-up.
Jean-Noel Amonome is set to start in goal, with Jonathan Do Marcolino, Michel Mboula, Anthony Oyono and Jacques Ekomie forming the defence.
Andre Biyogo Poko, Didier Ndong, Shavy Babicka and Denis Bouanga are the probable midfield choices, while Rody Junior Effaghe and Guelor Kanga are expected to lead the attack.
Gabon’s probable team
Goalkeeper: Jean-Noel Amonome
Defenders: Jonathan Do Marcolino, Michel Mboula, Anthony Oyono, Jacques Ekomie
Midfielders: Andre Biyogo Poko, Didier Ndong, Shavy Babicka, Denis Bouanga
Forwards: Rody Junior Effaghe, Guelor Kanga
Niger
Nabil Neghiz has a full squad available for Niger, with no injuries or suspensions affecting his selection.
The Algerian coach is expected to keep faith with a 4-2-3-1 system and name a side close to the team that began the campaign. Niger’s victory over Lesotho has given them a positive platform ahead of the trip to Franceville.
Djibrilla Kassali is likely to keep his place in goal. Oumar Sako, Mohamed Abdouramane, Rahim Alhassane and Aboubacar Camara are expected to make up the defensive line.
Ali Mohamed and Youssouf Oumarou should operate in midfield, with Amadou Wonkoye and Kairou Amoustapha also included among the likely midfield selections. Ousseini Badamassi and Daniel Sosah are the predicted attacking options.
Niger’s probable team
Goalkeeper: Djibrilla Kassali
Defenders: Oumar Sako, Mohamed Abdouramane, Rahim Alhassane, Aboubacar Camara
Midfielders: Ali Mohamed, Youssouf Oumarou, Amadou Wonkoye, Kairou Amoustapha
Forwards: Ousseini Badamassi, Daniel Sosah
The published 1xbet odds rate Gabon as the favourites at 1.60. A draw is priced at 3.39, while a Niger victory is listed at 3.85.
