Cote d'Ivoire vs Madagascar, FIBA Basketball World Cup, 2027 African Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction
Cote d'Ivoire
Madagascar
Will Cote D’Ivoire outplay Madagascar?
- Ivory Coast averages 94.0 points per game.
- Madagascar averages 72.0 points per game.
- In the last five matches Ivory Coast have won 3 lost 2, Madagascar have won 0 lost 5.
Ivory Coast to win.
| Tournament: | FIBA Basketball World Cup, 2027 African Qualifiers |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Palais des Sports Treichville |
| Tip Off: | 20:30:00 |
Cote d'Ivoire vs Madagascar Basteball Odds
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Cote d'Ivoire vs Madagascar Match Prediction & Analysis
On 5 July, Ivory Coast face Madagascar aiming to continue their strong form in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers. Madagascar are looking to recover after a heavy loss to DR Congo. Ivory Coast's superior experience, defensive discipline, and balanced scoring make them favourites, while Madagascar must deliver a much-improved performance to stay competitive.
Ivory Coast rank 2nd in Group B with 3 wins and 1 loss, while Madagascar rank 4th with 0 win and 4 losses.
Over their last three meetings, Ivory Coast won 3 with 0 loss, leaving Madagascar with 0 wins and 3 losses.
Cote d'Ivoire vs Madagascar Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assemian Moulare | 12.3 | 4.7 | 7.0 | 1.0/0.0 |
| Mathias M’Madi | 14.5 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 1.8/0.2 |
Teams Preview
Cote d'Ivoire Preview
Ivory Coast men's national basketball team head into their next game aiming to recover after a 85–72 defeat to Senegal men's national basketball team.
Assemian Moulare powered her side, contributing 19 points, 5 assists, while teammate Nisre Zouzoua added 11 points, 4 assists. Kevin Yebo with 9 points, 3 rebounds. Amadou Sidibe defended the paint with 11 rebounds, 7 points.
Offensively, Cote D’Ivoire shot 32.9% from the field including 29.4% from deep. They capitalized on opportunities at the line, dropping 52.6%, with 18 assists. On the defensive end they got outrebounded with 39-56, with 14 steals, 1 block.
The 85–72 defeat will motivate Ivory Coast men's national basketball team to improve their defensive discipline and offensive consistency. They are likely to focus on reducing turnovers, controlling the boards, and responding with greater intensity as they aim to bounce back in their upcoming match.
Madagascar Preview
Madagascar head into the upcoming matchup looking to recover after their 82-62 defeat to DR Congo in the previous meeting.
Mathias M’Madi set the pace for the team, scoring 14 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, Sitraka Raharimanantianina added 11 points, 7 rebounds. kiady Mijoro Razanamahenina put up 6 points, 4 assists. Elly Randriamampionona defended the paint with 5 rebounds, 5 points.
Offensively, Madagascar team scored 35.3% from the field goal, including 20.0% from the three-point line and 55.0% from the free throw line. Defensively, they outrebounded with 47-38, with 4 steals, 2 blocks.
Madagascar's 82-62 loss to DR Congo will increase their urgency to improve defensively and execute more efficiently on offense. DR Congo, meanwhile, will carry confidence from the convincing victory and aim to maintain the same physical intensity and balanced scoring in the upcoming meeting.
Cote d'Ivoire vs Madagascar Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Assemian Moulare |
| SG | Nisre Zouzoua |
| SF | Kevin Yebo |
| PF | Jean Philippe Dally |
| C | Amadou Sidibe |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Mathias M’MADI |
| SG | Kiady Mijoro |
| SF | Sitraka Raharimanantoanina |
| PF | Elly Randriamampionona |
| C | Sitraka Raharimanantoanina |
COTE D'IVOIRE vs MADAGASCAR
Winning PredictionIvory Coast have the stronger and more experienced squad, with greater depth on both ends of the floor. Madagascar are expected to fight hard, but Ivory Coast's defensive quality and offensive balance should be enough to secure the victory. We are backing Ivory Coast to win.
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