Cape Verde vs Eswatini: Predictions Preview, Lineups, H2h for October 13, 2025

On October 13th at 18:00 Central European Time, Cape Verde will face Eswatini in the tenth round of World Cup qualifiers. Here’s a closer look at both teams and a prediction for the match.

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Match preview

Cape Verde is having an exceptional season and is close to a historic milestone—qualifying for the World Cup for the first time. The team has never reached this level before, but a win against Eswatini could make it possible.

After nine rounds, Cape Verde has gathered 20 points, with only one loss against Cameroon (1-4) and two draws: a 3-3 thrilling match against Libya in round nine and a goalless draw against Angola. Under the guidance of Pedro Leitao, the team has achieved six victories with an impressive combined score of 9-1, including a notable win over favorites Cameroon (1-0). They have shown strong defense, tactical skill, and consistent discipline, adapting well from match to match.

Eswatini, however, sits at the bottom of the group table, earning only three points from nine matches: no wins, three draws, and six losses.

Despite this, Eswatini surprised everyone by holding Cameroon to a clean sheet, which has allowed Cape Verde to take the lead in the standings. They also managed draws against Mauritius (3-3) and Angola (2-2). In their other matches, Eswatini has scored just once while conceding 11 goals. For Eswatini, this match represents an opportunity to secure a surprising result and make an impact in African football.

Probable lineups

Cape Verde: Vozinha; Moreira, Lopes, Diney, Fernandes; Pina, Semedo; Monteiro, Arcanjo, Mendes; Livramento
Eswatini: Makhanya; Manana, Gamedze, Shongwe, T. Mkhonta; M. Mkhonto, P. T. Mkhonto, Magagula, Dlamini, Masangane; Figuareido

Match facts and head-to-head

• In their last three encounters, Cape Verde has won twice and drawn once.
• Cape Verde is unbeaten in eight consecutive matches: five wins and three draws.
• Eswatini hasn’t won in their last seven: four draws and three losses.

Prediction

Cape Verde’s consistent performance in the qualifiers suggests they deserve a successful outcome. Expect them to play an attacking game. My prediction: Cape Verde to win with an Asian handicap of (-1.5) at 1.65 odds.