Guinea seek response as Kenya visit Conakry in CAN 2027 qualifier

Guinea will host Kenya on Thursday, 1 October 2026, in the second round of qualifying for the CAN 2027. The match at the Stade du 28-Septembre in Conakry kicks off at 16:00 GMT, with the Syli National looking to recover from defeat in their opening fixture.

The match will be shown in Guinea on RTG, the national channel, and Canal+ Sport 1 Afrique. In Kenya, coverage is scheduled on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv, with Azam TV and KBC also listed as possible broadcasters. Canal+ Sport 1 Afrique will carry the game in French-speaking Africa, while SuperSport and SABC are listed for South Africa. beIN Sports is the designated broadcaster in the MENA region and in France.

Even record between the sides

Guinea and Kenya have met six times, according to Transfermarkt data. Both teams have won three matches, while their overall goals record is also level at eight apiece.

Their most recent meeting took place on 12 October 2008, when Guinea won 3-2. The two sides now meet again with the balance of their previous encounters still evenly matched.

Guinea enter the fixture under pressure after losing 2-1 to South Africa in their opening CAN 2027 qualifying match. The Syli National have produced inconsistent results recently but will hope their return to Conakry can help restore defensive stability and revive their campaign.

Kenya arrive with greater encouragement after drawing 0-0 with Eritrea. Under manager Benni McCarthy, the Harambee Stars have developed a disciplined tactical approach and have proved difficult to break down.

Guinea expected to edge tight contest

Guinea are considered the favourites, particularly with the match marking their return to the Stade du 28-Septembre. The home side are expected to benefit from strong support in Conakry as they attempt to secure their first points of the qualifying campaign.

Kenya’s organisation could make the contest close, although their attacking threat is viewed as limited. The anticipated match is expected to be competitive and tactical, with Guinea tipped to win 2-1.

Africafoot’s prediction is a 2-1 victory for Guinea.

The betting prices listed by 1xbet give Guinea odds of 1.55 to win, with a draw priced at 3.20 and a Kenya victory at 4.33.