The Madagascar national football team will face the Equatorial Guinea national football team in a friendly international scheduled for 17 November 2025. Madagascar come into the fixture having shown flashes of improvement in their recent CAF qualifying campaign, while Equatorial Guinea are looking to bounce back after a mixed run of results.
Madagascar vs Equatorial Guinea will be held at Stade Municipal de Toliara under the FIFA International Friendly that provides both nations crucial preparation time before their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaigns. The Red Island sit second in their CAF World Cup qualifying group with 8 points and a strong +9 goal difference, while Equatorial Guinea occupy third place with 7 points and a neutral goal difference after mixed qualifying results.
This friendly offers both teams valuable match practice without competitive pressure as they prepare for the qualifying climax.
Madagascar vs Equatorial Guinea Match Information, Prediction, H2H and Where to Watch
Table of Contents
- Tournament: International Friendly
- Match Date: 15:00 UTC (5:00 PM local time / 3:00 PM CET / 10:00 AM EST / 7:00 AM PST)
- Stadium: (Venue yet to be confirmed)
- Recent Form:
- Madagascar: Win-loss mixed, including a heavy defeat 4-1 to Mali in their latest qualifier.
- Equatorial Guinea: One of their recent runs shows 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in the last five games.
This FIFA International Friendly provides both nations non-competitive match experience during the international break. The match carries historical significance given the teams’ competitive history in CAF competitions.
Madagascar are pushing hard for automatic World Cup qualification, currently sitting second in their group with 8 points from 5 matches, trailing Mali by 5 points.
The Red Island recently impressed with a 9-1 demolition of Chad and a 5-3 comeback victory over Central African Republic, demonstrating their attacking prowess despite a 3-0 loss to Mali in October.
Madagascar’s positive goal difference of +9 highlights their strong attacking credentials, though recent defeats to Mali suggest defensive vulnerabilities against elite African opposition.
The Nzalang Nacional sit in third place with 7 points from 5 matches, just one point behind Madagascar but with a neutral goal difference.
Equatorial Guinea showed attacking quality with a 3-0 away victory over Malawi and recent friendly win over Kenya (1-0), but suffered heavy defeats to Tunisia (2-4) and Liberia (2-5) earlier in qualifying, exposing defensive fragility.
Their inconsistency makes this friendly crucial for building rhythm before the qualifying stretch.
Head to Head
| Played | Madagascar Wins | Draws | Equatorial Guinea Wins | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Goals For | 5 | 2 | ||
| Goals Against | 2 | 5 |
| Matches | Madagascar Wins | Equatorial Guinea Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Current Team News
Madagascar Team News:
Madagascar arrive with confidence from their recent demolition of Chad and will be eager to replicate that attacking display.
Forward Anicet Abel remains unavailable, limiting Madagascar’s striking options, but the team can rely on natural goal-scorer Roger Razanakolona and the creative support of midfielders who have delivered impressive performances in qualifying.
Goalkeeper Dandy Oula has maintained solid performances despite defensive vulnerabilities that contributed to the loss against Mali. Coach Eric Roy will focus on tactical balance and defensive organization after Equatorial Guinea’s proven attacking threat.
Equatorial Guinea Team News:
Following their 1-0 friendly victory over Kenya on November 14, Equatorial Guinea possess match rhythm and confidence heading into this contest.
The squad includes experienced players capable of producing goals, evidenced by their 3-0 victory over Malawi despite defensive inconsistencies.
Forward Emilio Nsue has been involved in attacking play across competitions and provides a focal point for Equatorial Guinea’s attacks. The team’s main vulnerability remains defensive organization after conceding 5 goals to both Liberia and Tunisia in separate qualifying matches.
Current Possible Starting Lineups
Madagascar (likely 4-3-3):
Geordan Dupire (GK); Andy Pelmard, Sandro Trémoulet, Radoniaina Rabemanantsoa, Tony Randriamanampisoa; Rayan Raveloson, Lalaïna Rafanomezantsoa, Marco Ilaimaharitra; Clement Couturier, Arnaud Randrianantenaina, Warren Caddy.
Equatorial Guinea (likely 4-2-3-1):
Jesús Owono (NG); N. Senra, Saúl Coco, Ndong, Carlos Akapo; Omar Mascarell, P. Ganet; Jannick Buyla, Ibán Salvador, Luis Nlavo; [Striker] S. Eneme Bocari.
Prediction
Given the head-to-head edge and recent home performances, Madagascar appear slight favourites. Equatorial Guinea have quality but have been inconsistent and may be under pressure in this friendly. Prediction: Madagascar 2-0 Equatorial Guinea.
How to Watch
No official global broadcast information has been confirmed yet for this fixture. Fans should check local listings and official federation channels for streaming and broadcast updates closer to kick-off.
Where to Watch in the USA, Canada, Australia, Europe and More
Africa & International:
- Streaming: Check official African football broadcasters and ESPN+ international coverage
- Time: Check local TV listings for African broadcasters
United States:
Global Broadcasting:
- Streaming: Official CAF channels, Flashscore Live
- Availability: Limited broadcasting for international friendlies; check local sports broadcasters
