This match pits Gabon against Ivory Coast in a highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations encounter. Based on recent form and head-to-head records, Ivory Coast appears to have a significant advantage. Ivory Coast's recent results suggest a team in decent form, with a draw against Cameroon and a win against Mozambique. Their away form, including a win over Oman, indicates their ability to perform well outside their home ground. Gabon, on the other hand, has shown more inconsistent results, with their recent form including a loss against Cameroon and a win against Burundi. The head-to-head record heavily favors Ivory Coast, reinforcing the idea of a strong team. Considering the odds, particularly the Asian Handicap and match result, and combining that with the past performance data, Ivory Coast is predicted to win. The prediction leans towards a low-scoring game, hence, the under prediction is considered. The absence of any draw in the head-to-head further strengthen the possibility of a win for Ivory Coast.