CS Sfaxien vs Shooting Stars Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

CS Sfaxien welcome Shooting Stars to Sfax on 13 September 2026 in the second leg of their CAF Confederation Cup 1st Preliminary Round tie. After a tight first meeting in Ibadan, this return fixture in Tunisia will decide who progresses to the next stage of continental competition.

The first leg on 5 September 2026 at Lekan Salami Stadium finished 1-0 to Shooting Stars, giving the Nigerian side a slender advantage to protect. CS Sfaxien now need at least a one-goal win to stay alive, while Shooting Stars know that even a draw will be enough to advance. With so much riding on this decisive leg, expectations are for another cagey, low-scoring encounter.

Both sides are still at the very start of their CAF Confederation Cup campaigns, so there is limited statistical history this season, but the early pattern is clear: Shooting Stars have been compact and efficient, CS Sfaxien solid but blunt in attack. That dynamic will shape how this second leg unfolds.

CS Sfaxien vs Shooting Stars Key Stats

• In CAF Confederation Cup 2026 statistics, CS Sfaxien have played 1 match, with 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 0 and conceding 1.
• The only recent head-to-head meeting came on 5 September 2026, when Shooting Stars beat CS Sfaxien 1-0 in Ibadan in this same 1st Preliminary Round.
• From their 2026 CAF Confederation Cup statistics, Shooting Stars have 1 win from 1 match, with 1 goal scored, 0 conceded and 1 clean sheet.

CS Sfaxien vs Shooting Stars — Tale of the Tape

• Position: Not available vs Not available
• Points: Not available vs Not available
• Goals For: 0 (CS Sfaxien tournament statistics) vs 1 (Shooting Stars tournament statistics)
• Goals Against: 1 (CS Sfaxien tournament statistics) vs 0 (Shooting Stars tournament statistics)
• Clean Sheets: CS Sfaxien 0 vs Shooting Stars 1 (CAF Confederation Cup 2026 statistics)

Official group or league standings are not yet available for this stage of the CAF Confederation Cup, but the early tournament statistics paint a contrasting picture. CS Sfaxien have lost their only match 1-0 away, failing to score and conceding in the 16–30 minute window. Shooting Stars, by contrast, have a perfect start: one match, one win, one goal scored and a clean sheet.

CS Sfaxien’s figures show 0.0 goals scored per game and 1.0 conceded across their single outing so far, while Shooting Stars average 1.0 scored and 0.0 conceded. Over such a small sample, these numbers mainly confirm what the first leg suggested: Shooting Stars are currently more efficient in both boxes, and CS Sfaxien must raise their attacking level at home if they are to overturn the deficit.

CS Sfaxien vs Shooting Stars Key Matchups

CS Sfaxien defensive unit vs Shooting Stars attacking line

With no individual top scorers or assist providers listed for either side, the key battle shifts to units rather than star names. CS Sfaxien’s back line has conceded just 1 goal in their only CAF Confederation Cup outing, but that single strike — coming in the 16–30 minute period — has left them chasing the tie. Their tournament statistics show no clean sheets and an average of 1.0 goal conceded per game, so tightening up while chasing the match will be a delicate balance.

Shooting Stars’ attack has been minimal but decisive: 1 goal from 1 match, also scored between the 16th and 30th minutes, and that was enough to win the first leg. Their last-five data in this competition shows 1 goal for and an average of 1.0 per game, underlining that they do not need high volume to be effective. If the visitors can strike early again, CS Sfaxien will face an uphill battle.

CS Sfaxien forwards vs Shooting Stars defence

CS Sfaxien’s forward line has yet to register a goal in the CAF Confederation Cup 2026. Their statistics show 0 goals for, 0.0 goals per game and one instance of failing to score. That lack of cutting edge is the central concern heading into the second leg, where they must find at least one goal to survive.

They face a Shooting Stars defence that has been flawless so far. Across 1 match, the Nigerian side have conceded 0 goals, with an average of 0.0 per game and 1 clean sheet. Their last-five defensive metrics in this competition also read 0 goals against and an average of 0.0, suggesting a compact, organised unit. The tie may ultimately hinge on whether CS Sfaxien can finally break down that disciplined back line in Sfax.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These sides have met recently in continental action, with the first leg in Nigeria providing the only current reference point for this tie.

• 05 September 2026: Shooting Stars 1-0 CS Sfaxien (CAF Confederation Cup)

CS Sfaxien vs Shooting Stars Prediction

All available indicators suggest another tight, low-scoring contest. CS Sfaxien have been defensively respectable but offered nothing in attack so far, while Shooting Stars have combined a modest attacking output with excellent defensive organisation. The first leg pattern — decided by a single goal — is likely to repeat itself in terms of rhythm and risk profile.

The prediction metrics give CS Sfaxien just a 0% chance of victory, with the draw and an away win each rated at 50 out of 100. Shooting Stars are also flagged as the side favoured on a “win or draw” basis, reinforcing the sense that the visitors are better placed to manage the tie. With the under/over line guided towards under 2.5 goals, the expectation is for a cautious approach from Shooting Stars, sitting on their lead and trusting their clean-sheet record.

Predicted Score: CS Sfaxien 0-1 Shooting Stars

CS Sfaxien Recent Form

In CAF Confederation Cup 2026, CS Sfaxien’s recent form is poor. They have played 1 match, losing it 1-0 away, with no wins, no draws and no goals scored. Their last-five data in this competition shows 0% form, 0 in attacking output and a high defensive rating despite the single goal conceded, reflecting a side that has been structurally sound but ultimately undone by a lack of offensive threat.

Shooting Stars Recent Form

Shooting Stars come into the second leg in strong early form in the CAF Confederation Cup. They have played 1 match, winning 1-0 at home, with 100 in their last-five form metric, 1 goal scored and none conceded. Their defensive index is perfect so far, and their tournament statistics show 1 win, 0 draws, 0 defeats and 1 clean sheet. That momentum and confidence will be crucial as they attempt to finish the job in Sfax.

CS Sfaxien Possible Starting Lineup

GK: A. Dahmen or M. Gaaloul; Defenders: A. Maâloul, H. Mathlouthi, M. Mhadhebi, K. Mundeko, H. Baccar, M. Ben Ali, R. Derbali, Y. Habchia, A. Akid; Midfielders: J. Mbé, G. Sghaier, M. Absi, R. Chaaben, Hakim Mutebi, T. Mutyaba, H. Ouedraogo, M. Trabelsi, B. N. Mohamed Amine; Forwards: M. Aidi, I. Belwafi, W. Dhouib, B. Diarra, N. Karoui, J. Loulendo, E. Ogbole, M. Rahmani.

With no confirmed lineup data for this fixture, CS Sfaxien are likely to lean on experienced figures such as A. Maâloul and H. Mathlouthi in defence, while rotating among a deep pool of attacking options in search of goals. The presence of several young forwards and midfielders suggests they can inject energy, but the tactical priority will be to find a more incisive structure in the final third without compromising defensive stability, given that conceding first would be a major blow.

Shooting Stars Possible Starting Lineup

GK: E. Godgift or M. Lawal; Defenders: G. Adelowo, I. Falke, D. Ojietefian, D. Sholumade, I. Yusuf, T. Al Ameen, J. Amusat, J. Apaingolo; Midfielders: A. Abayomi, A. Al Ameen, M. Aliyu, S. Amos, J. Atule, T. Azeez, D. Akinola, A. Dalhatu, C. Habu, James Namapele, K. Nweke; Forwards: Q. Adegoke, O. Akala, Joshua Akpan, A. Balogun, L. Chukwudi, Lucky Emmanuel, S. Ibrahim, A. Mustapha, E. Ndubueze, O. Olaloke, A. Taheer.

Shooting Stars have a balanced squad with multiple options in every line. After a clean sheet in the first leg, the coaching staff are likely to prioritise continuity at the back, keeping a compact defensive block in front of a goalkeeper who has yet to concede in this competition. In attack, they can choose from a wide range of forwards and attacking midfielders, allowing them to counter at pace or hold the ball higher up the pitch when needed to relieve pressure.

CS Sfaxien Team News

No significant absences reported.

Shooting Stars Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

CS Sfaxien:

• None reported.

Shooting Stars:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: CS Sfaxien vs Shooting Stars

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Double chance – Draw or Shooting Stars. The prediction metrics give CS Sfaxien a 0 out of 100 chance of winning, with both the draw and an away win rated at 50 out of 100. Shooting Stars are also flagged as the “win or draw” side, and they already lead 1-0 on aggregate, so backing them not to lose aligns with both form and the tie situation. (No odds data available for this market.)
• Goals Tip: Under 2.5 total goals. The advisory angle points clearly towards a low-scoring match, combining a “draw or Shooting Stars” stance with an under 2.5 goals view. Across 2 legs so far (one played, one upcoming), these sides have produced just 1 goal in total, and their tournament statistics show CS Sfaxien averaging 0.0 goals for and 1.0 against, while Shooting Stars average 1.0 for and 0.0 against. A tight second leg with few chances is the most logical scenario. (No odds data available for this market.)
• Value Tip: Correct score – CS Sfaxien 0-1 Shooting Stars. With Shooting Stars’ defence yet to concede and CS Sfaxien still searching for their first goal in the competition, a repeat of the first-leg scoreline offers potential value as a speculative play. The prediction direction leans towards another narrow success for the visitors, and their disciplined back line makes a single-goal away win a plausible outcome. (No odds data available for this market.)

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