Benin - Central African Republic

Steve Mounie remains the focal point for Benin as they prepare to host Central African Republic on 12 November 2026 for matchday 3 of the Africa Cup of Nations qualification group stage. The side enters this contest with momentum following a resilient 2-1 victory over Mauritania in late September, a result that built upon their hard-fought 1-1 draw against Burkina Faso just days earlier. Their ability to find the net consistently has provided a stable foundation for their campaign so far.

Central African Republic face a difficult challenge as they look to recover from a challenging start to the qualification cycle. After suffering a 3-1 defeat to Mauritania and a narrow 1-0 loss to Burkina Faso, the visitors must tighten their defensive structure to remain competitive in the group. This encounter will test their resolve as they aim to disrupt Benin’s rhythm and secure their first points of the qualifying series.