"Congo DR's recent mixed form including a win against Jamaica and draws suggests home advantage prevails against an Uzbekistan side struggling defensively with heavy losses."

"Congo DR's superior defensive resilience and better recent results against quality opposition should give them the edge over a struggling Uzbekistan side."

"Congo DR look slightly steadier in recent results, while Uzbekistan have been in poor scoring form, so a tight low-scoring match with the home side edging it is the most realistic outcome."