World Cup 2026 (Q): Madagascar aims to confirm against Chad | OneFootball

World Cup 2026 (Q): Madagascar aims to confirm against Chad

For this eighth matchday of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the Barea host Chad this Monday. Two teams on opposite trajectories, but both with clear objectives.

Madagascar is coming off an impressive 2-0 victory over the Central African Republic. The Barea sit second in Group I with 13 points and are dreaming of a historic first-ever World Cup qualification. With four wins from seven matches, the team has shown a solid campaign despite some inconsistencies. Their attacking efficiency and collective control should be major assets in Casablanca.

Chad, on the other hand, is enduring a very difficult campaign. Bottom of the group with just one point, the Sao finally halted their losing streak by holding Ghana to a 1-1 draw. But with six defeats in seven games, their hopes have long since faded. The challenge against Madagascar looks even tougher, especially as previous encounters have clearly favored the Barea.

For Madagascar, the objective is simple: confirm their good form and keep pace with the group leader. For Chad, the mission is to salvage some pride and avoid yet another disappointment.