Zambia vs Togo: The Three Points Chipolopolo Cannot Let Slip
vs Togo · October 2026 · Levy Mwanawasa Stadium, Ndola · KO
The second spot in AFCON 2027 Group I is a fight between Zambia and Togo, with Burundi the third party who could cause problems if either of the stronger sides drops points. Zambia versus Togo at home in Ndola is the fixture where Chipolopolo have to deliver three points. Algeria will win the group. The second qualifying spot is the real competition and this home game against Togo is where that competition is won or lost.
Togo are a competitive, physical African side who have European-based players in their squad and the tactical discipline to frustrate a better team for 90 minutes. They will not come to Ndola to open up and get beaten 3-0. They will set up defensively, hit on the counter, and look to make Zambia's home crowd nervous. Avram Grant's team needs to be patient, disciplined, and decisive in the moments when chances arrive.
Our Prediction and Tips
Zambia win 2-0. The crowd at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium gives real energy. Daka scores once or twice. The clean sheet is possible but Togo will have one or two moments. Back Zambia to win and Daka to score.
| Our Tip | Selection | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Match result | Zambia to win | Home advantage. Better squad. Must-win game. |
| Daka anytime scorer | Yes | First choice striker in his home stadium. Back him. |
| Both teams to score | No | Zambia to keep Togo quiet. Clean sheet is realistic. |
| Total goals over 1.5 | Yes | Zambia will score twice. Togo one at most. |
| Zambia win and clean sheet | Consider | Ambitious but realistic. Good value if offered. |
Home advantage. Better squad. Must-win game.
First choice striker in his home stadium. Back him.
Zambia to keep Togo quiet. Clean sheet is realistic.
Zambia will score twice. Togo one at most.
Ambitious but realistic. Good value if offered.
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