Lesotho vs Zimbabwe: Preview, Predictions, H2h, Lineups Preview, Lineups, H2h for October 13, 2025

In the final round of the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, Lesotho will face Zimbabwe on Monday, October 13, at 18:00 CET. Here’s a preview of the match along with a betting tip.

Lesotho vs Zimbabwe: Match Preview

This match holds no significance for either team, as both Lesotho and Zimbabwe are out of the World Cup race and have no chance of reaching the playoffs.

Lesotho started their campaign with draws against Nigeria and Benin and then won against Zimbabwe 2–0. However, they lost to Rwanda 0–1 and, in their last five matches, have suffered four defeats and one draw. Recently, FIFA awarded them a technical 3–0 win over South Africa due to a forfeit. Currently, Lesotho has nine points from nine matches but remains winless in their last four games, placing them fifth in the group, six points behind second place, with one match left.

On the other hand, Zimbabwe has struggled even more, earning just five points from nine matches with no wins. They recorded draws against Rwanda, Nigeria (twice), Benin, and South Africa. With five draws and four losses, Zimbabwe sits at the bottom of the table and is four points behind Lesotho.

Match Facts and Head-to-Head

• Lesotho has lost their last five matches, while Zimbabwe is winless in their last four games.
• Zimbabwe has not scored in their last three matches.
• Lesotho has gone scoreless in four of their last five fixtures.
• In their last encounter, Lesotho beat Zimbabwe 2–0.

Probable Lineups

• Lesotho: Moerane; Malane, Mkwanazi, Makhele, Mokokoane, Matlabe; Rapuleng, Matsau, Toloane; Motebang, Jane
• Zimbabwe: Arubi; Garananga, Takwara, Hadebe, Lunga; Munetsi, Nakamba, Zemura; Billiat, Dube, Chirewa

Prediction

With both teams eliminated from contention, this match is expected to lack motivation. It is likely to be a low-intensity game due to their poor form. A good bet would be on under 2.5 total goals.