From the Africa Cup of Nations group stage, Gabon, having lost their first two matches, faces a must-win situation. Their determination to win is undeniable. However, their recent form has been inconsistent, and defensive vulnerabilities raise questions about their ability to perform under pressure. Ivory Coast, with four points from a win and a draw, has a clearer path to qualification and might adopt a more pragmatic approach. Although Ivory Coast has historically dominated in previous encounters, their recent attacking efficiency hasn't been outstanding, and their form has fluctuated. The question is whether their current form and focus are enough to secure points in this match. The contrasting situations and mentalities of the two teams could directly influence the game's progress and outcome, making the match unpredictable. The initial goal total is set at 2/2.5, and the live value remains at this threshold, but the odds for under goals are increasing. The reason for not raising the goal total is the deep concern about the teams' tactical approaches and attacking efficiency. Gabon's desperation to attack, combined with their recent defensive flaws, could expose their back line, making their attack ineffective. Ivory Coast, holding the advantage, will likely prioritise stability, using the opponents' mindset for defensive tactics and efficient counter-attacks. Their current attacking form isn't ideal. Given that they don't need to risk an all-out attack, the game could be cautious. Previous head-to-head data shows that the total goals in their last two meetings didn't exceed two. The current Asian handicap structure maintains a midpoint of 2/2.5, with the heat directed towards the over goals. This reflects the external exploitation of the surface-level logic that Gabon's need to attack will lead to an open game. In reality, it negates their offensive efficiency and Ivory Coast's defensive focus. Considering Ivory Coast's two-goal output in their last two group stage matches and Gabon's potential organizational issues under pressure, the match is more likely to be a tactical battle with limited scoring opportunities. Prediction: Under 2.25.