Nigeria vs Mali: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 March

Nigeria

W L D W W

No standing data

0-2

26/03/2024 17:00

Mali

W D W D D

No standing data

International Friendly

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Nigeria vs Mali on 26 March 2024 (kick-off: 17:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Nigeria vs Mali preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Nigeria to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Nigeria, who have won 3 of the last 5 meetings. Mali have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

17:00

2024-03-26

Nigeria vs Mali - Prediction & Odds

Nigeria

Mali

2024-03-26 17:00

STANDINGS UP TO 26/03/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Nigeria and Mali in the International Friendly football standings for the 2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

27/05/2016 13:15

Nigeria

1 - 0

Mali

INT FRL

11/01/2014 15:00

Mali

2 - 1

Nigeria

CAF SC

06/02/2013 11:00

Nigeria

4 - 1

Mali

CAF NC

25/01/2008 15:30

Nigeria

0 - 0

Mali

CAF NC

13/02/2004 09:00

Nigeria

2 - 1

Mali

CAF NC

Nigeria

60%

Draw

20%

Mali

20%

Nigeria Last 6 matches

22/03/2024 11:59

Nigeria 2 - 1 Ghana INT FRL

11/02/2024 16:00

Nigeria 1 - 2 Ivory Coast CAF NC

07/02/2024 13:00

Nigeria 1 - 1 South Africa CAF NC

02/02/2024 13:00

Nigeria 1 - 0 Angola CAF NC

27/01/2024 16:00

Nigeria 2 - 0 Cameroon CAF NC

22/01/2024 13:00

Guinea Bissau 0 - 1 Nigeria CAF NC

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Mali

22/03/2024 18:00

Mali 2 - 0 Mauritania INT FRL

03/02/2024 13:00

Mali 1 - 1 Ivory Coast CAF NC

30/01/2024 13:00

Mali 2 - 1 Burkina Faso CAF NC

24/01/2024 13:00

Namibia 0 - 0 Mali CAF NC

20/01/2024 16:00

Tunisia 1 - 1 Mali CAF NC

16/01/2024 16:00

Mali 2 - 0 South Africa CAF NC

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues International Friendly

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Nigeria

Mali

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.54

Scored

Avg. per game

0.66

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.37

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 90 matches

YesNo

43 (48%)47 (52%)

In last 90 matches

NoYes

36 (46%)43 (54%)

Nigeria

Recent matches

Mali

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(18%)8 37(82%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)15 30(67%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Nigeria

Mali

Shots

Nigeria

Total shots

10.54 avg / game

Blocked

81 total

Avg. 3.00

Mali

Total shots

10.73 avg / game

Blocked

64 total

Avg. 3.05

Nigeria Pass Mali

Total passes

14837

Avg. 412 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

11716

Avg. 418 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Nigeria

Played games

Mali

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.54

4.39

395

Corners

285

3.61

7.12

641

Throw-ins

440

5.57

1.17

105

Offsides

1.04

1.02

GK saves

1.06

Nigeria

DISCIPLINARY

Mali

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.26

113

112

1.42

0.02

0.13

8.80

792

Fouls

566

7.16

4.46

401

Tackles

373

4.72

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How We Build the Nigeria vs Mali Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nigeria vs Mali on 26 March 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 International Friendly 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.

Nigeria vs Mali Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Nigeria's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Mali'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.

International Friendly 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 International Friendly standings and the International Friendly form table to understand exactly where Nigeria and Mali sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our International Friendly predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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