Benin
VS
Senegal
Benin vs Senegal : Africa Cup of Nations
Match Preview & Analysis
Africa Cup of Nations Clash: Benin and Senegal Battle for Supremacy
The Africa Cup of Nations heats up as Benin and Senegal face off in a crucial encounter on Tuesday, 30 December 2025. With the stakes high and the competition fierce, both teams will be looking to secure a vital win. Currently, the teams are looking to improve their standings, and a victory in this match could significantly boost their chances of advancing in the tournament. Benin will be seeking to bounce back from their recent losses, while Senegal aims to continue their strong run and solidify their position in the competition.
Match Details
- Competition: Africa Cup of Nations
- Venue: Stade Ibn Batouta, Tanger
- Kick-off: 19:00 UTC
- Referee: To be announced
Current Form
Benin's recent form has been a concern, with a loss-win (LW) record in their last two home games. They will need to regroup and find a way to break down Senegal's defense if they are to stand a chance. On the other hand, Senegal has been on a roll, with a win-draw (WD) record in their recent away games. Their attacking prowess and solid defense make them a formidable opponent.Team News & Predicted Lineups
**Benin News**: Fortunately for Benin, there are no major injuries reported, which should give them a full squad to choose from. Their predicted XI is expected to feature their top players, who will need to be at their best to take on the strong Senegal side. **Senegal News**: Similar to Benin, Senegal has no major injuries to report, which is a significant boost to their chances. Their predicted lineup is expected to feature a strong attacking unit, which will look to exploit any weaknesses in the Benin defense.Head-to-Head
The head-to-head record between Benin and Senegal shows a tight contest, with their last meeting resulting in a 1-0 win for Senegal. This rivalry is expected to be fierce, with both teams looking to assert their dominance.Tactical Analysis
The match is likely to be a battle between Benin's low block and Senegal's wingplay. Benin will look to defend deep and quickly counter-attack, while Senegal will aim to use their pacey wingers to stretch the Benin defense and create scoring opportunities. If Benin can successfully implement their low block, they may be able to nullify Senegal's attacking threat. However, if Senegal can find a way to break down the Benin defense, they could run riot and secure a convincing win.Match Prediction
Based on recent form and the head-to-head record, the prediction is that Senegal will emerge victorious. The recommended bet is a combo double chance of draw or Senegal and under 3.5 goals. The final score is likely to be a close and tense affair, with Senegal's quality ultimately shining through. The predicted scoreline is Senegal to win 1-0 or 2-1, with Benin pushing them all the way.Team Form
Benin
LW
Last 5: LW
Senegal
WD
Last 5: WD
Head to Head
Last result: Senegal 1 - 0 Benin
Match Predictions
🏆 Winner: Senegal (Win or draw)
⚽ Goals: -1.5
🎯 Advice: Combo Double chance : draw or Senegal and -3.5 goals