WAFCON: Ivory Coast vs Burkina Faso – Prediction & Betting Tips

Match Preview 

Group B action at the 2026 WAFCON continues as Ivory Coast take on Burkina Faso in Casablanca. Both nations know a positive start will be crucial in a group that also includes strong teams like South Africa and Tanzania, making this fixture an important early opportunity in the race for the quarterfinals. 

The Elephants, Ivory Coast women’s team heads into this match full of confidence, unbeaten in nine of their last ten matches and coming off a recent 1–0 win over Mali and an unbelievable 8–0 win over Mauritania. 

The Ivory Coast is appearing at just their third WAFCON tournament but finished with a fantastic third place result the last time they featured in 2014. They will fancy their chances of making a similar impact this time around, if not motivated to push further for a place in the finals.  

On the other side of the field, Burkina Faso is undoubtedly ready to make an impression of their own. They are less decorated with only two previous appearances in the tournament, a group stage knockout in the 2022 WAFCON, and winless in their last seven matches. However, Burkina Faso’s Stallion Ladies could prove to be a dark horse while Ivory Coast has their heads turned. 

Ivory Coast is still likely to set the tone of the match with some aggressive moves and an early initiative. Based purely on previous matches, Burkina Faso may find themselves a little out of their depth and struggle to hang on. 

Head-to-Head 

Burkina Faso and Ivory Coast have rarely had the chance to play together, with only one game being played against one another in 2018. The game ended in a draw, so with their history and differing playstyles, there’s a chance this match could go either way. 

Key Betting Tips 

• Ivory Coast to Win 

• Under 2.5 Goals 

• Both Teams to Score – No 

• Correct Score Prediction: Ivory Coast 2–0 Burkina Faso 

Best Bet 

Ivory Coast to Win 

There’s no doubt Ivory Coast team is at the top of their game. Burkina Faso will try to focus their strategies on their defense and try to make it difficult for The Elephants to make any serious impact. Although, unless you’re wanting to root for the underdogs, it’s the safer bet to back Ivory Coast to win this match.

Prediction 

Overall, the Ivory Coast look like the stronger side of the pitch. With Captain Amani giving them control in midfield, and their recent domination, they’re a real powerhouse. Burkina Faso have struggled at both ends of the pitch during their winless run, so they look like they will lack the edge needed to trouble a team like Ivory Coast side. Place your bets at Bet.co.za. 

Prediction: Ivory Coast 2–0 Burkina Faso