Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier, Matchday 2, Tuesday, 10.09.2024 at 15:00
I have carefully selected this pairing in the Oddset app. In my opinion, the prevailing difference in quality justifies the conclusion of this Botswana Egypt betting tip.
The “Pharaohs” may have played their best international match in over a year a few days ago and now face an opponent who can only dream of a player who is under contract with a top European club
As you know, you always have to be on your guard when betting on soccer – the ball is round and surprises lurk everywhere. Especially in Africa, it can often happen that the supposed favorite stumbles.
But let me take you on a journey through my thoughts on the upcoming match.
The clash between Egypt and Botswana is one of those international matches that may be attracting less attention worldwide at the moment, but which my betting friends and I are looking at all the more closely.
The differences in terms of team quality are simply too great not to seriously consider the possibility of an away win bet on Egypt
Who among you would bet against the “Pharaohs”? With a Bet365 sports bet on Egypt you are on the safe side. Even if soccer always has surprises in store, nothing should go wrong here.
Botswana’s form curve gives little hope of a surprise. They have won just one of their last ten international matches – and that was only against Somalia, so not really a cracker.
And the opener against Mauritania last Saturday? A sobering 0:1 – not exactly a sign of a turnaround. Egypt on the other hand? They just thrashed Cape Verde 3:0
Egypt are in top form and have just shown that they can also perform with confidence against stronger opponents.
When you consider that Africa Cup surprise Cape Verde were certainly no pushovers, it gives the “Pharaohs” an extra boost of motivation along the way.
You have to admit, that literally screams for a bet on the favorites. Remember that you always have to be smart when betting – but sometimes there are clear signs. Incidentally, the German betting providers also see it that way
If you look at the betting markets, you’ll quickly see that the visitors are the clear favorites. The Botswana Egypt odds show victory odds of 1.50 for the “Pharaohs”.
Nevertheless, even with the relatively low odds for an Egypt victory, you can still consider this as a single bet.
Incidentally, the chance of the “Pharaohs” winning is around 67%, which makes the odds quite attractive, especially considering their status as favorites.
Botswana, on the other hand, have odds of 5.75 to win, which shows that the bookmakers don’t have much faith in a surprise win
Now it’s getting exciting, folks. Let’s take a look at a few betting scenarios that could be interesting for the Egypt vs Botswana clash. What do you think of a goal bet?
One hot tip, for example, is Omar Marmoush. The youngster has scored five goals in his last four games for Frankfurt and Egypt.
The odds of 3.25 for a goal from Marmoush sound tempting, but beware: only a few bookmakers are even offering goalscorer bets for this match
Another exciting option is the bet “Egypt to win by zero.”
Why? The “Pharaohs” have won each of their last three games against Botswana without conceding a goal. With odds of 2.00, this is worth considering, especially for those who want to rely on a value bet.
So if you are looking for solid odds and don’t want to take too much risk, then this option is definitely attractive.
What do you choose? Rather the risk with Marmoush or the safe bank with a win at zero?
Another point to keep in mind: Botswana’s squad consists almost entirely of players who play in Africa, 90% even within their own national borders. Not exactly top international level, is it?
At the last COSAFA Cup, they fielded a very young squad. With the exception of Thabiso Bante, the only player over 26, there are many youth internationals in the starting line-up. Can they do anything?
Against Egypt with their experienced boys? Hard to imagine. These are the facts you should take into account when making your predictions
Another interesting fact: For over a year, only Mozambique have managed to score more than one goal against Botswana. That’s something this young squad can definitely pat themselves on the back for.
Botswana are pretty solid defensively. It could therefore be the case that Egypt will not have such an easy game against this deep-lying underdog.
Even if Egypt is favored, that doesn’t mean that goals will be scored in a row. So be vigilant when placing your bets
Conclusion: In the Egypt Botswana prediction, I firmly expect Egypt to win by zero. But get ready for a tough affair. Botswana will be at the back of the line and will be ready to put the concrete in place.
It will therefore take time for the “Pharaohs” to find a gap and break through. Patience will be the key here, as the underdogs will park the team bus in front of the goal and try to block every opportunity.
But in the end, it’s the quality on the pitch that counts. And the difference between the two teams is simply too great. So at some point, Egypt will untie the knot and win the game
My tip: Egypt win by zero
