Mauritania vs South Sudan: Match Predictions Preview, Lineups, H2h for September 10, 2025

In the 8th round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers for Africa, Mauritania will host South Sudan on Tuesday in Nouakchott. Betting odds suggest a promising outcome for this match.

Match preview

Mauritania has started to perform better, winning 2-0 against Togo. This marks their third consecutive victory, raising hopes despite slim chances of finishing in the top two. The team has improved both in attack and defense, achieving three clean sheets in a row.

Coach Amir Abdou’s team is gaining momentum and looking to finish the qualifiers strongly. The players have become more disciplined in midfield, and with home support, Mauritania has a strong chance to continue their winning streak, especially against a vulnerable opponent.

South Sudan, however, remains one of the weaker teams in the group and is still seeking their first victory in the qualifying campaign. They have only managed three points in seven matches and have not performed well, particularly away from home, where they haven’t won in their last ten matches.

South Sudan’s attack is struggling, having not scored in their last two encounters with Mauritania. Defensive issues also persist, with frequent mistakes undermining their efforts. Given their current form, success in Nouakchott appears unlikely.

Probable lineups

• Mauritania: Niasse; Abeid, L. Ba, Mahmoud, Keita; Fofana, Camara, M’Barek; S. Ba, Tandia, Koita
• South Sudan: Mavit, Pal, Maker, Malish, Loki, Okocha, Taban, Yawa, Morgan, Yoel, Okello

Match facts and head-to-head

• Mauritania is unbeaten against South Sudan in their last three matches.
• South Sudan has not won in their last 10 away games.
• Mauritania has achieved three consecutive victories without conceding a goal.

Prediction

Mauritania is in good form, with a run of wins and no goals conceded. South Sudan, one of the weaker teams in the qualifiers, struggles particularly when playing away. The hosts are likely to control the game and secure another win while keeping a clean sheet.