The last time these teams met, the Atlas Lions secured a victory. This time, an undefeated Morocco side faces Senegal in the 2025 AFCON final at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah.

This high-stakes final pits Morocco's historic consistency against Senegal's perfect tournament momentum.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🟢 Senegal: Unbeaten in the tournament with a powerful run of results.

🔴 Morocco: Also unbeaten, carrying a long-term record of invincibility.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Morocco are undefeated in their last 23 matches across all competitions.

🔥 Senegal is on a four-match winning run in this tournament.

🔥 The Atlas Lions have won both of their last two encounters against the Lions of Teranga.

🔥Morocco leads the all-time H2H decisively.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🟢Senegal | Form: D🟡W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Senegal edged past Egypt with a 1-0 semifinal win, demonstrating the tactical discipline and resilience of champions. 

The team is built on a solid foundation but must overcome the significant absence of their suspended captain, Kalidou Koulibaly. Their attacking hopes will rest heavily on the big-match experience of Sadio Mane.

 

🔴Morocco | Form: D🟡W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢:

The host nation advanced via penalties after a draw with Nigeria, proving their nerves under extreme pressure.

With Brahim Díaz in sensational form as the tournament's leading attacker and the advantage of playing at home, they are a formidable force aiming to cap their long unbeaten run with the ultimate prize.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🟢Senegal (4-3-3):

Mendy (GK); Diatta, Mamadou Sarr, Niakhaté, Diouf; Diarra, Idrissa Gueye, Pape Gueye; Ndiaye, Jackson, Mané.

 

🔴Morocco (4-1-4-1):

Bounou (GK); Hakimi, Aguerd, Masina, Mazraoui; El Aynaoui; Díaz, El Khannouss, Saibari, Ezzalzouli; El Kaabi.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨Sadio Mané (Senegal) — The veteran forward scored a sensational match-winning goal in the semifinal. His leadership and clutch performance will be vital for Senegal's attack.

✨Brahim Díaz (Morocco) — The tournament's standout player with five goals in six matches. The Real Madrid star is the primary offensive threat and key to unlocking the Senegalese defence.

✨Kalidou Koulibaly's Absence — The suspended captain leaves a massive void in the heart of Senegal's defense. How his replacement copes will be a critical factor.

✨The Home Crowd — Playing in Rabat provides Morocco with an intense and passionate support that could be a decisive factor in a tight final.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Senegal to win = 3.63

💵 Morocco to win = 2.42

💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 2.26

💵 Over 1.5 total goals = 1.59

 

This final is a classic clash of narratives: Senegal's perfect tournament run against Morocco's historic, long-term unbeaten streak and home-field advantage.

With history favoring the hosts, the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah is poised for an unforgettable night to crown the champion of Africa.

Who do you think will lift the trophy? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

 

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The last time these sides met in the Premier League was in November, when they played out a 1-1 draw. This time, they clash in the EFL Cup semi-finals, where Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior aims for his first win against a Premier League opponent.

It's EFL Cup semi-final action on Wednesday, January 14, as Chelsea host Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta will be aiming to maintain his impressive unbeaten record against the Blues.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🔹 Chelsea EFL Cup Form: Ended a five-match winless run with a 5-1 FA Cup thrashing of Charlton Athletic.

🔸 Arsenal EFL Cup Form: Have won eight of their last nine games, including a 4-1 FA Cup comeback against Portsmouth.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Chelsea have scored and conceded in each of their last seven matches.

🔥 Chelsea have netted in 12 consecutive home games.

🔥 Arsenal are on a 13-match scoring streak away from home.

🔥 Arsenal are unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Chelsea, last losing at Stamford Bridge in August 2018.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🔵Chelsea | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Rosenior’s reshuffled side showed attacking verve against Charlton, but defensively remained porous. With Caicedo suspended, the midfield balance will be tested against a strong Arsenal unit.

 

🔴Arsenal | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Mikel Arteta’s men are in ruthless form, fighting on four fronts. Their away scoring record is formidable, and they will be confident of exploiting Chelsea’s defensive vulnerabilities.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🔵Chelsea (possible):

Jorgensen, Gusto, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella, James, Fernandez, Estevao, Palmer, Neto, Delap.

 

🔴Arsenal (possible):

Kepa, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice, Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Cole Palmer — The creative heartbeat for Chelsea, crucial to unlocking Arsenal’s defence.

✨ Gabriel Martinelli — Fresh from a hat-trick, his pace will challenge Chelsea’s backline.

✨ Kepa — The former Chelsea keeper could start for Arsenal, adding a compelling subplot.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Chelsea/Home to win = 3.65

💵 Arsenal/Away to win = 2.18

💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.75

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.95

 

This first leg promises goals, with both teams in scoring form, but with defensive questions. Arsenal’s historical hold over Chelsea adds intrigue, but Rosenior will be desperate for a statement win.

Who do you think will take advantage? Could you tell us your prediction in the comments?

 

 

 

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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.

 

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