The Teranga Lions of Senegal vs Sudan in a crucial Group Stage clash at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Senegal, one of the tournament favorites, aim to secure progression, while Sudan look to cause an upset amid their resilient campaign.
Senegal topped Group D unbeaten with 7 points (2 wins, 1 draw), scoring 7 and conceding just 1.
Sudan squeezed through as one of the best third-placed teams from Group E, taking 3 points with a single win and two losses, scoring just once (via an own goal) and conceding 6.
- Fixture: Senegal vs Sudan – 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Round of 16
- Date: January 3, 2026
- Venue: Ibn Battouta Stadium, Tangier, Morocco
- Kick-off: 17:00 local time (16:00 UTC)
Senegal vs Sudan Form, Prediction and Path to the Match
Senegal arrive as one of the tournament favourites and have been elite in both results and underlying numbers.
- Senegal: Ranked 19th in the latest FIFA rankings, the 2021 champions have been in strong form, with recent wins highlighting their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. They enter as heavy favorites, boasting stars like Sadio Mané and a balanced squad.
- Sudan: Ranked around 117th globally, the Falcons of Jediane have shown determination to reach the finals despite challenges. They rely on organization and counter-attacks but face a steep challenge against superior opposition.
Predicted Starting XI
- Senegal starting lineup: Mendy; Jakobs, Niakhate, Seck, Diatta; P. Gueye, I. Gueye; Ndiaye, Mane, Sarr; Jackson
- Sudan starting lineup: Elneel; Awad, Saeed Ahmed, Karshom, Khamis; Taifour, Alhassan Omer; Nooh, Eisa, Abdelrahman
Head-to-head
Senegal dominate, unbeaten in the last 7 meetings (4 wins, 3 draws). Recent encounters include 3-0 and 1-0 victories for Senegal in qualifiers.
Prediction
Senegal are overwhelming favorites given their ranking, form, and historical edge. Expect a controlled performance from the Lions, likely winning comfortably while Sudan fight valiantly but struggle to breach the defense.
- Predicted score: Senegal 3-0 Sudan
Senegal to top the group with this result; Sudan may need points elsewhere for third-place progression.
The match streams on CAF platforms, skysports and select broadcasters in various regions.
