Stade Malien vs Dreams Prediction: A draw will be a huge one for the two sides

The first leg quarterfinal match between Stade Malien and Dreams in the CAF Confederation Cup will take place at Stade du 26 Mars. Stade Malien concluded their group stage campaign in second position, whereas Dreams finished at the top of their group.

Stade Malien enters this continental match on a run of three matches without a victory. During this period, Stade Malien suffered defeats against Berkane and Djoliba, with respective scorelines of 3-0 and 2-1. Their most recent match was against US Bougouni, which ended in a goalless draw. Looking at their last five games, Stade Malien has managed only one win, a narrow 1-0 victory at home against Diables Noirs, and a 1-1 draw against Koro. Throughout this stretch, Stade Malien scored three goals but conceded six.

In their recent league fixture, Dreams played out a goalless draw against Medeama, and they will aim for a more favorable outcome in this crucial CAF encounter. However, examining the host's recent matches, Dreams has encountered difficulties in securing victories, with their last four matches ending without a win. During this period, Dreams managed draws against Hearts of Oak and Samartex, while suffering a defeat against Nations. Across these matches, Dreams scored four goals but conceded five.

In what marks their inaugural encounter, both teams are anticipated to showcase their utmost effort as they strive to advance in this competition. While the hosts are considered the favorites to secure a victory, I believe the visiting team also stands a solid chance, and I don't foresee them leaving empty-handed. However, in a match where both teams are likely to find the net, a 1-1 draw could be a plausible outcome, ensuring a balanced result for both sides.