Ivory Coast vs Nigeria: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Betiball's prediction for Ivory Coast vs Nigeria on 18 January 2024 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ivory Coast vs Nigeria preview before placing your bet.

Ivory Coast vs Nigeria: Starting Lineups Time : 18/01/2024 13:00

Ivory Coast
0 - 1
Finished
Nigeria
84' event Karim Konate / Jean-Philippe Krasso
80' event Oumar Diakite / NClomande Ghislain Konan
67' event Jonathan Bamba / Cristian Kouame
67' event Nicolas Pepe / Jeremie Boga
67' event Wilfried Stephane Singo / Serge Aurier
event 90+1' Stanley Nwabali
event 88' Paul Onuachu / Victor James Osimhen
event 80' Kenneth Josiah Omeruo / Zaidu Sanusi
event 79' Bright Osayi Samuel / Ademola Lookman
event 72' Moses Simon / Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze
event 55' William Troost-Ekong
event 52' Victor James Osimhen Penalty awarded
84' event Karim Konate / Jean-Philippe Krasso
event 90+1' Stanley Nwabali
80' event Oumar Diakite / NClomande Ghislain Konan
event 88' Paul Onuachu / Victor James Osimhen
67' event Jonathan Bamba / Cristian Kouame
event 80' Kenneth Josiah Omeruo / Zaidu Sanusi
67' event Nicolas Pepe / Jeremie Boga
event 79' Bright Osayi Samuel / Ademola Lookman
67' event Wilfried Stephane Singo / Serge Aurier
event 72' Moses Simon / Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze
event 55' William Troost-Ekong
event 52' Victor James Osimhen Penalty awarded
Ivory Coast Ivory Coast
Substitutions
#19 Nicolas Pepe
#9 Jonathan Bamba
#5 Wilfried Stephane Singo
#10 Karim Konate
#14 Oumar Diakite
#15 Max-Alain Gradel
#12 Willy Boly
#23 Badra Ali Sangare
#4 Jean Michael Seri
#26 Ismael Diallo
#27 Jean Thierry Lazare Amani
#7 Odilon Kossounou
Ivory Coast Ivory Coast Nigeria Nigeria
14Shots11
3Shots on Goal1
16Fouls20
5Corner Kick6
3Offside1
0Yellow card1
42Aerial36
0Save3
13Successful Tackles20
3Interceptions8
10Shots off goal7
22Head Success17
1Blocked3
13Tackle20
4Dribbles6
19Throw-in16
425Passes236
96Attacks61
53Dangerous attacks37
2Corner Kicks(HT)5
Nigeria Nigeria
Substitutions
#22 Kenneth Josiah Omeruo
#19 Paul Onuachu
#15 Moses Simon
#12 Bright Osayi Samuel
#7 Ahmed Musa
#14 Kelechi Iheanacho
#20 Chidozie Awaziem
#10 Joe Aribo
#1 Francis Uzoho
#24 Teremas Moffi
#25 Raphael Onyedika
#13 Sopuruchukwu Bruno Onyemaechi
Commentary
90+1' Stanley Nwabali - Nigeria receive a yellow card
88' Nigeria — substitution: Paul Onuachu / Victor James Osimhen
84' Ivory Coast — substitution: Karim Konate / Jean-Philippe Krasso
80' Ivory Coast — substitution: Oumar Diakite / NClomande Ghislain Konan
80' Nigeria — substitution: Kenneth Josiah Omeruo / Zaidu Sanusi
79' Nigeria — substitution: Bright Osayi Samuel / Ademola Lookman
72' Nigeria — substitution: Moses Simon / Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze
67' Ivory Coast — substitution: Jonathan Bamba / Cristian Kouame
67' Ivory Coast — substitution: Nicolas Pepe / Jeremie Boga
67' Ivory Coast — substitution: Wilfried Stephane Singo / Serge Aurier
55' Penalty scored! William Troost-Ekong - Nigeria
52' VAR review - Nigeria

How We Build the Ivory Coast vs Nigeria Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ivory Coast vs Nigeria on 18 January 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Ivory Coast vs Nigeria Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Ivory Coast's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Nigeria's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Ivory Coast and Nigeria sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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