Check out our preview for the Round of 16 AFCON clash between Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso, featuring a 12/1 card double.
Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso
| Tournament: | Africa Cup of Nations |
|---|---|
| Venue: | Stade de Marrakech, Marrakech |
| Date: | 06.01.2026 |
| Time: | 19:00 GMT |
Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Form
Ivory Coast enter this having won their last match 3-2 against Gabon. In their other two group phase matches, they drew 1-1 with Cameroon and secured a 1-0 victory over Mozambique.
Burkina Faso are coming off a 2-0 win against Sudan. They lost 1-0 to Algeria in their second match, and beat Equatorial Guinea 2-1 in their tournnament opener.
The most recent encounter between Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso ended in a 2-0 victory for Burkina Faso in the African Nations Championship Qualification back in December 2024.
Across their last six meetings, the head-to-head record is perfectly balanced, with each team claiming two victories and two draws.
Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Predicted Lineups
Ivory Coast (4-3-3): Fofana; Konan, Ndicka, Kossounou, Doué; Sangaré, Fofana, Kessie; Diallo, Bayo, Diomande
Burkina Faso (4-3-3): Koffi; Kouassi, Tapsoba, Dayo, Yago; Zougrana, Ouédraogo, Sangaré; Ouattara, Kaboré, Traoré
Ivory Coast have no major injury concerns and are expected to retain the core of the side that overturned Gabon. Diallo should continue on the right flank after his influential group-stage performances, while Bayo is likely to lead the line again despite competition for places in attack.
Burkina Faso also appear settled. Koffi remains first choice in goal, with the Dayo–Tapsoba partnership central to their defensive solidity. Traoré is unlikely to deviate from his established front three, trusting Traoré and Ouattara to supply Kaboré.
Who are the betting favourites in Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso?
Ivory Coast are the 10/11 favourites to get the win in 90 minutes that would send them through to the AFCON quarter-finals. The draw that would send the game to extra time is 21/10, and Burkina Faso are 4/1 underdogs for the victory.
| Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Match Result | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Ivory Coast Win | 10/11 | bet365 |
| Draw | 21/10 | Unibet |
| Burkina Faso Win | 4/1 | SpreadEx |
Odds last updated at 15:30, Tuesday 6th January.
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Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Match Prediction
Ivory Coast head into this Round of 16 clash as favourites after topping Group F, and while they haven’t been flawless, their resilience and ability to respond in key moments remains a major strength — much like during their title-winning run in 2023.
Amad Diallo has been the standout attacking influence so far, while a controlled midfield unit gives the Elephants a platform to dictate long spells of the game.
Burkina Faso, however, arrive as a well-drilled and disciplined side, having conceded just two goals in the group stage, and their organised defensive structure means this is likely to be a tight, tactical contest decided by fine margins.
The historical trend of defending champions falling early adds extra intrigue, but Ivory Coast’s superior individual quality in key areas may give them the edge if they can remain patient and take their chances.
Expect a close encounter, with the holders narrowly favoured to progress.
Score Prediction: Ivory Coast 3-2 Burkina Faso
Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso Betting Tip
Our Bet Builder Tip for Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso is:
Ibrahim Sangare (Ivory Coast) - To Be Shown a Card
Ismahila Ouedraogo (Burkina Faso) - To Be Shown a Card
The bet builder pays a best price of 12/1 with BetMGM at the time of publishing, and is as short as 7/1 elsewhere. That's a £50 difference in potential winnings from a £10 stake.
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