Tanzania will face Zambia in a crucial World Cup qualifying match. The game is scheduled for October 8, 2025, at Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Here's a comprehensive preview, including team lineups, live updates, and expert predictions.
Match Overview
The match is part of the FIFA World Cup Qualification CAF, Group E. Football fans can follow the Tanzania vs Zambia live score with a full set of match features.
Event Details:
- Name: Tanzania - Zambia
- Date: October 8, 2025
- Time: 19:00 UTC
- Venue: Amaan Stadium, Zanzibar, Tanzania
- Competition: FIFA World Cup, Qualification CAF, Group E
Team Lineups
Here are the confirmed starting lineups for both teams:
Tanzania (4-4-2):
Yakoub Suleiman - Israel Mwenda, Bakari Mwamnyeto, Ibrahim Hamad, Pascal Msindo - Feisal Salum, Yahya Zayd, Khalid Habibu, Abdul Suleiman - Charles M'Mombwa, Paul Kasunda.
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Zambia (4-1-4-1):
Tresford Mulenga - Kelvin Kapumbu, Benson Sakala, Kabaso Chongo, Obino Chisala - Lubambo Musonda - Kings Kangwa, Kelvin Kampamba, Gift Mphande, Fashion Sakala - Patson Daka.
Example of Football Team Formation.
Live Updates and Key Moments
During the match, fans can expect:
- Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution, and key moment delivered instantly.
- Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.
- Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Here's a summary of the head-to-head record between Tanzania and Zambia:
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- Tanzania Wins: 1
- Zambia Wins: 1
- Draws: 3
Match Events
- Final Result: Zambia has won its away game against Tanzania.
- Goal: Fashion Sakala scored for Zambia.
- Yellow Cards: Lawrence Mulenga and Benson Sakala (Zambia), Yahya Omary (Tanzania).
- Substitutions: Both teams made multiple substitutions throughout the match.
In their previous match, Tanzania lost 1-0 at home to Niger in the World Cup qualifier, while Zambia were defeated 2-0 at home to Morocco in the World Cup qualifier.
Betting Preview and Predictions
For those interested in betting, here's a betting preview:
The bookmakers have betting odds of 2.38 for Zambia to triumph in this World Cup qualifying clash, with Tanzania trading at a price of 3.05 if you think they’ll win, while the draw is chalked up at 2.90.
There are different ways to bet on Zambia winning and that includes the 1.98 about them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. It also means that if they draw with Tanzania, you get half stakes refunded.
The Total Goals market always provides an interesting angle and Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest-priced option. Both Teams to Score No is chalked up at 1.60 for anyone predicting one side or more to fail to find the net.
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We think there are some great odds when it comes to the BTTS No option for this World Cup qualifying game. Take the 1.75 with the confidence that at least one team will fail to score.
Betting Tip:
Consider betting against both teams scoring (BTTS No) at odds of 1.75.
BTTS No Probability:
According to the odds, there’s a 57.1% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
If you’re anticipating a BTTS No outcome, there’s the option to combine this selection with a Full-Time Result wager on the Result & Both Teams to Score market.
The best football betting sites cover World Cup qualifying games in serious depth and there are hundreds of markets. We recommend scanning through the various bets before picking out the best angle.
Match Summary
The match between Tanzania and Zambia promises to be an exciting encounter. Stay tuned for live updates and key moments as they happen.
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