Prediction Mali - Cape Verde: Who is really the favorite in this CAN 2027 qualifying match?

Mali and Cape Verde face off at the 26-Mars Stadium in Bamako for the first day of the CAN 2027 qualifiers. Mali, led by new coach Anthony Da Silva, had a mixed performance in the 2025 AFCON and disappointed in the 2026 World Cup. In contrast, Cape Verde, after an impressive showing in the 2026 World Cup, is now viewed differently, with Humberto Bettencourt at the helm.