Burkina Faso face Mauritania in key CAN 2027 qualifying clash

Burkina Faso host Mauritania on Friday, 13 November 2026, in the third round of qualifying for CAN 2027, with both Group F sides seeking a result that would strengthen their hopes of reaching the tournament.

The match will take place at Stade du 4-Aout in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, and will kick off at 16:00 GMT. It will be broadcast by beIN Sports, Canal+ Sport and RTB in Burkina Faso.

Head-to-head record

Burkina Faso have the stronger record from the 11 previous meetings between the two teams. The Etalons have won six times, compared with two victories for the Mourabitounes, while three matches have ended in draws.

However, Mauritania won the most recent encounter, played on 13 August 2025.

Former Burkina Faso captain Charles Kabore has previously called for the Etalons to show “personality and heart” against Mauritania.

Contrasting recent form

Burkina Faso have maintained positive form in their most recent 2026 World Cup qualifying matches, despite ultimately being eliminated from the competition.

At CAN 2025, the Etalons reached the last 16 before losing 3-0 to Cote d’Ivoire. Their opening two matches in the CAN 2027 qualifying campaign produced a 1-1 draw with Benin followed by a 1-0 victory over Central African Republic.

Mauritania, meanwhile, failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup and were not present at CAN 2025.

The Mourabitounes began their CAN 2027 campaign with a 3-1 win against Central African Republic, but then suffered a 2-1 defeat by Benin. They will therefore be aiming to recover against Burkina Faso and take advantage of the opportunity to improve their position in Group F.

Prediction

Burkina Faso start as slight favourites, based on their greater experience and superior historical record in this fixture. The Etalons appear better placed to claim victory, although Mauritania are expected to provide a significant challenge.

Africafoot’s prediction is a 2-0 win for Burkina Faso.

The betting company 1xbet lists Burkina Faso at 1.53 to win, with a draw priced at 3.72 and a Mauritania victory at 6.37.