The last time Senegal and Egypt met in a competitive fixture, the Lions of Teranga dumped the Pharaohs out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. This time, they meet again, only this time, in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final, with a place in the final at stake.
It's AFCON semi-final action on Wednesday, January 14, as Senegal aims for its third final in four editions while Egypt seeks revenge and a chance to claim a record-extending eighth title.
📈Team Form📉
🐆 Senegal: 🟢🟢🟢🟡🟢
🦅 Egypt: 🟢🟢🟡🟢🟢
📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Senegal are unbeaten in their last five AFCON matches.
🔥 Senegal has scored eleven goals in their five tournament matches.
🔥 Egypt needed extra time in the Round of 16 and narrowly won their quarter-final 3-2.
🔥 Senegal has won three of the last five meetings between these sides, including a World Cup qualifier in 2022.
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
🐆Senegal | Form: 🟢🟢🟢🟡🟢
Senegal will be aiming to reach their third AFCON final in the last four editions. They have shown they are a force at both ends of the pitch.
With eleven goals scored and three clean sheets in five matches, the Lions of Teranga combine attacking threat with defensive resilience. They will be confident against an Egyptian side they have historically matched up well against.
🦅Egypt | Form: 🟢🟢🟡🟢🟢
The seven-time champions have progressed but have not been convincing. They needed late winners in the group stage and extra time in the knockout rounds.
Vulnerabilities in defence were exposed in a 3-2 quarter-final win. The team will rely heavily on the form of Mohamed Salah, who has carried the scoring burden with four goals so far.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
🐆Senegal (possible):
Mendy, Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhate, Diouf, Diarra, I.Gueye, P.Gueye, Ndiaye, Jackson, Mane.
🦅Egypt (possible):
El Shenawy, Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Fatouh, Attia, Fathi, Adel, Salah, Marmoush, Trezeguet.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Sadio Mane — The Senegalese captain has registered three assists, the most for his team. He will be the key source of creativity and inspiration.
✨ Mohamed Salah — With four goals, he is eyeing the Golden Boot and a place in Egypt's AFCON scoring history. He is the undeniable focal point for the Pharaohs.
✨ Pape Gueye — Crucial in midfield, his ability to control the game and contribute with goals, as shown against Sudan, will be vital.
✨ Omar Marmoush — The forward has scored twice in the tournament and will be essential in supporting Salah and challenging Senegal's strong defence.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Senegal to win = 2.11
💵 Egypt to win = 4.39
💵 Both teams to score (Yes) = 2,15
💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 2.55
This clash presents a classic battle of consistency versus individual brilliance: a well-drilled and confident Senegal side faces an Egypt team reliant on its superstar to navigate to the final.
With history favouring Senegal and a record in sight for Salah, Tangier is set for a compelling AFCON semi-final night.
Who do you think will take the place in the final? Tell us your prediction in the comments.
🔗 You can follow the Senegal vs Egypt game here on MSport.
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