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Central African Republic

09 Jun 2026 20:00

Angola

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Central African Republic to win 1.65

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Central African Republic vs Angola Predictions, Picks & Odds – 09/06/2026

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The Central African Republic head into this friendly at Stade Larbi Zaouli carrying serious concerns at the back, having shipped 12 goals across their last five competitive outings. Their most recent fixture, a 1-1 draw against Togo on 5 June, did little to inspire confidence that those defensive issues have been resolved. Ranked 139th in the world, this is a side still searching for consistency and structure under pressure.

Angola arrive in Morocco under the fresh stewardship of Aliou Cissé, who takes charge of his first competitive fixtures following his appointment. The Palancas Negras drew 1-1 with Mauritania in their opening friendly on 5 June, a workmanlike result as Cissé begins implementing his ideas. Ranked 88th globally, Angola boast a commanding head-to-head record against their opponents, winning three of four meetings since 2015. Reports of efforts to recruit defender Castello Lukeba add intrigue to this new era.

Angola's away win at 5.50 represents the standout selection here. The Palancas Negras boast three victories from four encounters with the Central African Republic since 2015, a record that underlines their consistent superiority in this fixture. A ranking gap of over 50 places between the two sides further reinforces the quality differential on show.

Aliou Cissé's appointment brings fresh impetus to an already talented Angolan squad. Both sides drew their most recent friendlies on 5 June, but the contexts differ sharply. Angola's 1-1 result against Mauritania was a settling-in exercise for the new coach, while the Central African Republic's draw with Togo did little to mask persistent defensive vulnerabilities.

The hosts' tendency to leak goals at an alarming rate plays directly into Angola's hands. Cissé will be eager to secure his first win in charge, and this fixture offers a favourable opportunity. Backing Angola to win at 5.50 looks the value pick on a night where defensive frailty should prove decisive. Odds and markets subject to change.

Trends to Know about Central African Republic vs Angola

• Angola won three of four prior meetings
• CAR conceded 12 in five outings
• Cissé's tactical overhaul boosts Angola

Both sides line up in a 3-4-3 formation, setting up a mirror contest that should produce an open, attacking encounter in Bangui. The symmetry invites direct comparison across the pitch, with each team deploying wide forwards and wing-backs to stretch the opposition's back three.

Angola arrive with a notably thin bench, which may influence how Mabululu and his attacking colleagues are managed across the ninety minutes. Central African Republic, by contrast, carry greater depth in reserve and could use their options to shift the tempo should the match tighten in the second half.

How to Watch Central African Republic vs Angola Match?

What time is Central African Republic vs Angola?

This friendly kicks off at 20:00 on Monday 9 June 2026 at Stade Larbi Zaouli.

Where is Central African Republic vs Angola being played?

This match takes place at Stade Larbi Zaouli in Oujda, Morocco.

How Can I Watch Central African Republic vs Angola on TV and Live Stream?

Check local listings for broadcast details on this friendly international fixture.