🌍⚽Sportsbet.io AFCON 2024 prediction pool discussion thread

[buwaytress]

Lol. I had no idea you had some Africa grassroots football experience I bet you didn't play during the hamattan season that was the worst season for a football you would need more than two lungs to survive, my football career didn't end well I started as a goalkeeper diving on those strong grasses wasn't easy but I ended my local football career as a defender my hope of playing a broad ended 10 years ago when I twisted my angles I was just too aggressive in my game

If you survive on African field you can survive anywhere in the world.

That's the point... I didn't survive African fields (well, I got out alive but that's all) hahaha! Only played in S. Sudan and Kenya though, so can't say I had a big experience either.

It was hugely physical, and first-aid team kept asking me if I wanted to continue after every clatter and at first I was kinda the guy everyone laughed about after a game. My mistake was starting in usual positions when clearly height (dis)advantage meant I shouldn't play CB. Was a bit better on the wings but second mistake is to weather the tackles with the ball. You fall and the ground chews you up -- after one particular match my entire left side of face looked brutalised but you know how it is, you're new and you don't want everyone else to think you're a pssy so you soldier on. Was still really fun though! And the after-game dinners were pretty pretty amazing..!

Anyway, Burkina Faso got the breakthrough goal of the tourney so that was a nice 6/1 upset if anyonés holding a ticket, must be enjoying life. Hope they get someone sent off soon though so Cameroon can mount a comeback... I can't find a good stream (internet too slow). Enjoy the discussions and exchanges here my friend! Really happy to have you with us!

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[Igebotz]

That's the point... I didn't survive African fields (well, I got out alive but that's all) hahaha! Only played in S. Sudan and Kenya though, so can't say I had a big experience either......

Anyway, Burkina Faso got the breakthrough goal of the tourney so that was a nice 6/1 upset if anyonés holding a ticket, must be enjoying life. Hope they get someone sent off soon though so Cameroon can mount a comeback... I can't find a good stream (internet too slow). Enjoy the discussions and exchanges here my friend! Happy to have you with us!

Football is not for every body my friend

The indomitable lions of Cameron are leading 2-1 now thanks to Muhammad's two goals from the spot-kick. Cameron has been all over the field since the early upset by Burkina Faso, and the game is exciting, which you must be missing if you are not watching it right now.

The Burkina Faso players appear to be lost already; the intensity level of the Cameron players is a major edge; the Burkina Faso players appear to be skinning and unmatched; they have committed 11 fouls in just 45 minutes with some poor defending. What the heck was Traore thinking with that tackle right inside his box? Too many mistakes.

[Harkorede]

The opening fixture indeed live up to my expectations and I hope the succeeding matches will be just as thrilling as this.

Burkina Faso were literally undone by the defensive errors, they were really a competitive team, and deserved more from the game in my opinion.

[casperBGD]

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Burkina Faso were literally undone by the defensive errors, they were really a competitive team, and deserved more from the game in my opinion.

agree, Cameroon was nothing special, two penalties brought them win (not saying anything about penalties, but two in ten minutes, it is a lot for any team)

still, Burkina Faso will probably see next round, since Ethiopia and Cape Verde are worst, judging by their game (since Tavares scored, seems that Ethiopia will finish last in the end)

[Igebotz]

Burkina Faso were literally undone by the defensive errors, they were really a competitive team, and deserved more from the game in my opinion.

agree, Cameroon was nothing special, two penalties brought them win (not saying anything about penalties, but two in ten minutes, it is a lot for any team)

still, Burkina Faso will probably see next round, since Ethiopia and Cape Verde are worst, judging by their game (since Tavares scored, seems that Ethiopia will finish last in the end)

Burkina Faso were fortunate to finish the game with 11 men after those amateur defending.

Having said that, Cape Vere appears to be a more serious threat than Cameron and Burkina Faso; they are tactically sound and will most likely advance from the group stage.

[Trofo]

Burkina Faso were literally undone by the defensive errors, they were really a competitive team, and deserved more from the game in my opinion.

agree, Cameroon was nothing special, two penalties brought them win (not saying anything about penalties, but two in ten minutes, it is a lot for any team)

still, Burkina Faso will probably see next round, since Ethiopia and Cape Verde are worst, judging by their game (since Tavares scored, seems that Ethiopia will finish last in the end)

Burkina Faso were fortunate to finish the game with 11 men after those amateur defending.

I just watched first half of the first game since later on I went to play football with my mates. That first half of Cameroon game really was full of stupid/unnecessary starts. First penalty was from totally unnecessary start, guy was going away from goal with poor control of the ball, just let him. Start for second penalty was simply timed very poorly.

At least my bet passed, so first day of AFCON is finished in the green

[Woodie]

The opening fixture indeed live up to my expectations and I hope the succeeding matches will be just as thrilling as this.

Burkina Faso were literally undone by the defensive errors, they were really a competitive team, and deserved more from the game in my opinion.

You can not afford to lose concentration knowing very well that the team you are playing against is the hot favorite but truth be told, the victors did put in the work to get the result they had today and its a great way to open an account as it puts pressure away from the team and passes it onto other teams that are yet to play.

[casperBGD]

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At least my bet passed, so first day of AFCON is finished in the green

congrats for winning, first days of tournaments I skip betting, as a rule
waiting for things to unwrap a bit

tonight is solid match between Morocco and Ghana, hopefully Mmaee will be in squad, he is playing very good for Frani lately, could be a decision maker tonight (Morocco is my favorite to win)

[Igebotz]

At least my bet passed, so first day of AFCON is finished in the green

Excellent work, mate! Mine is still running I added several games today after only playing Cameron yesterday because I wasn't sure about the Ethiopia game.

I still believe it could have finished in a 1-1 draw if Ethiopia hadn't received an early red card (wasn't that a bit cruel to reward a red card that early?) My 1-1 correct score prediction was ruined, but my debut wasn't all that horrible, was it? Lol.

[Trofo]

At least my bet passed, so first day of AFCON is finished in the green

Excellent work, mate! Mine is still running I added several games today after only playing Cameron yesterday because I wasn't sure about the Ethiopia game.

Give us some goals or cards under/over inside info For now I am just placing bets as per odds and my familarity of players which comes from couple of them playing at European clubs. Not good enough to make a living on the sportsbook.

My tip for the day is Marocco ML. What is your opinion about that one.

[tomahawk9]

My tip for the day is Marocco ML.

I have a few tips for today and one of them is Senegal -1-5 ahc...let's start off by saying that over the last 2 years Zimbabwe only won 1 out of their last 15 games...with that out of the way, Senegal just have too much firepower in the front with Mane, Diallo, Keita, Diédhiou. I'm not expecting a goal fest, but i predicted a 2-0 in the pool,,

[Gasty4]

My tip for the game between Senegal versus Zimbabwe will be 2 --- 0
There'll be goals scored in both half's.....More tips coming through.
The Senegal team are having well experienced midfielder's in the middle with the likes of Gueye of Paris saint Germans, Kouyate of Crystal Palace and another under-dogs from Bayern Munich named Sarr.

[Sebas.tian]

The opening fixture indeed live up to my expectations and I hope the succeeding matches will be just as thrilling as this.

Burkina Faso were literally undone by the defensive errors, they were really a competitive team, and deserved more from the game in my opinion.

Burkina Faso coach need to do something fast to make sure the players win their next match by introducing another strategies to the team. They missed so much opportunity to win yesterday match to defeat Cameroon 3:1 but they missed their opportunity that gave Cameroon opportunity to defeated them 2:1 for the favour of Cameroon yesterday. Burkina Faso players has learned from their mistake in yesterday match which they will not allow history to repeat itself again in this tournament.

[buwaytress]

My tip for the day is Marocco ML. What is your opinion about that one.

Super boost takes this to 2.67, I say it's big value for money, so a rare ML single for me today. Yesterday was pretty good start for me as well, and don't forget this is also the 4-3free game. I've gone for big goals here, although I know it's probably going to be low-scoring.

Shame for the Bet free 6-6 as I got 2-0 and 0-1, so one correct. Senegal actually don't really score well but I'm predicting 3-1. Matchday 2 picks are also up, don't forget!

[Gasty4]

Youssef En-Nesyri the Sevilla player can score at anytime.... His got four goals in club level prior to this international duty calls.
I'll make the stake on this.

[Igebotz]

At least my bet passed, so first day of AFCON is finished in the green

Excellent work, mate! Mine is still running I added several games today after only playing Cameron yesterday because I wasn't sure about the Ethiopia game.

Give us some goals or cards under/over inside info For now I am just placing bets as per odds and my familarity of players which comes from couple of them playing at European clubs. Not good enough to make a living on the sportsbook.

My tip for the day is Marocco ML. What is your opinion about that one.

I can't seem to locate a bookings option on sportsbet. I'll put that option on my local sportsbooks, and as for the goals, I'm betting for 1.5 goals Halftime (all today's games except for the Algeria game) because I don't expect many goals in today's games.

Ghana-Morocco I'll be betting on both teams to score @2.10 because this is the tougher game in this round. I'm hoping for a draw between these two great footballing nations, but the best risk is betting on Morocco to win because they've been the most in-form team after Algeria since the last AFCON.

Edit: Senegal is performing below expectations, while Zimbabwe is performing admirably. I never expected this from this team, but this is the AFCON, so expect the unexpected!! Senegal might score late in the second half through Mane. The first half was boring as fvk

[casperBGD]

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Edit: Senegal is performing below expectations, while Zimbabwe is performing admirably. I never expected this from this team, but this is the AFCON, so expect the unexpected!! Senegal might score late in the second half through Mane. The first half was boring as fvk

wasn't aware that it is already playing, just checked that it is still 0:0
good for me, since I thought it is at 17, so missed to bet on this one

Morocco is a good pick for today, maybe I will take it as well, they could reach far
regarding last match of the day, had to check what Comoros is, and it is an island country, pretty small in Indian ocean, think that Gabon will win this, and it is a solid value @2.55, what do you think @igehhh

[Igebotz]

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Edit: Senegal is performing below expectations, while Zimbabwe is performing admirably. I never expected this from this team, but this is the AFCON, so expect the unexpected!! Senegal might score late in the second half through Mane. The first half was boring as fvk

wasn't aware that it is already playing, just checked that it is still 0:0
good for me, since I thought it is at 17, so missed to bet on this one

Senegal has finally taken an undeserved victory. kwnew Mane was going to produce an upset late in the game because he had solid chances in the first half but failed to convert them. Senegal won the game, but Zimbawe our hearts.

Morocco is a good pick for today, maybe I will take it as well, they could reach far
regarding last match of the day, had to check what Comoros is, and it is an island country, pretty small in Indian ocean, think that Gabon will win this, and it is a solid value @2.55, what do you think @igehhh

The Comeros, who are making their debut, are still inexperienced, but they are an underdog that should be taken seriously. This one should go to Gobon by a hair's breadth. + 1 and under 2.5.

[LTU_btc]

Damn, completely forgot that first game of matchday is played so early, so, missed to make Senegal - Zimbabwe prediction.
I'm surprised that odds for Gabon wi is such high. Most of Gabon players are playing on good level, while most of Comoros players is from lower French divisions. I see good value there.
BTW, If someone struggling to find where to watch AFCON games, it's available on CAF Youtube channel for free and with English commentary. There may be GEO restrictions, so, VPN may be nneded:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr5K057x3mHroPHsNk9OiwA

[Trofo]

BTW, If someone struggling to find where to watch AFCON games, it's available on CAF Youtube channel for free and with English commentary.

Well I have perfect coverage trough my sports package, I can watch all the games in HD. Only problem, games are not worth watching so far This is very boring and safe football and I really hope it will get better in late stages. Must say I preferred African football while it was less organized, it seems that teams have taken in other direction now and best bets for this AFCON will be under goals.