Tunisia vs Uganda prediction 24.09.2026 | Africa Cup of Nations Qualification

Tunisia enters this one on the back of a tough summer. The Carthage Eagles crashed out of the 2026 World Cup group stage, losing 5-1 to Sweden, 4-0 to Japan, and 3-1 to the Netherlands.

Moine Chaâbani’s men are now rebuilding for the AFCON Qualifiers. Their form on home soil is reassuringly elite. They boast three wins from their last four competitive games, including a resounding 3-0 victory over Namibia.

Honestly, seeing them dominate in Radès is always spectacular. Young forward Hazem Mastouri has been massive, recently spearheading the attack and netting Tunisia's lone goal against the Dutch.

However, tactical adjustments are still underway. With Chaâbani shaking up the roster, the returns of Aïssa Laïdouni, Ferjani Sassi, and Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane provide a massive boost to the engine room.

It's a key transition phase, but home turf advantage should heavily carry them through.

Uganda prepares for this one on the back of a turbulent continental run. The Cranes exited the AFCON 2025 tournament during the group stage, capping their campaign with a 3-1 defeat against Nigeria.

Paul Put’s men are now entirely focused on redeeming themselves as the new 2027 qualification cycle takes center stage. Their record on foreign territory is completely dismal.

They are trapped in a three match losing run on away soil, notably dropping key defensive results like their recent 4-0 routing by Morocco. Frankly, watching them collapse structurally outside Kampala is painful.

Dangerous forward Denis Omedi remains their bright spark, having consistently spearheaded the frontline and recently found the net against Tunisia.

However, the roster faces selection issues. Bobosi Byaruhanga is a noticeable absentee after failing to make the final cut, while Salim Jamal Magoola is ruled out due to a suspension.