The anticipation builds as Senegal prepares to face Egypt in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations on January 14, 2026, at the Stade Ibn Batouta in Tanger. Both teams have demonstrated formidable form throughout the tournament, making this matchup a highly competitive encounter.
Prediction Section
Senegal enters this match with an impressive record, having accumulated 7 points in the group stage with a goal difference of +6. Their recent form reads as WDW, indicating resilience and the ability to secure points in crucial moments. The team has scored a total of 7 goals while conceding just 1, showcasing a potent attack complemented by a solid defense.
Egypt, matching Senegal's points with 7 as well, has a slightly less impressive goal difference of +2, scoring 3 goals and conceding 1. Their form is DWW, which suggests they have been effective in securing wins, but with a lower scoring output compared to their opponents.
Historically, their recent encounters also favor Senegal, particularly the last two matches where they triumphed in penalty shootouts after tightly contested games. In the 2022 World Cup qualification match, Senegal won 3-1 on penalties after a 1-0 victory in regular time. Furthermore, in the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations final, Senegal again bested Egypt in penalties, reinforcing their psychological edge in high-stakes situations.
Analyzing the statistics further, Senegal has shown an impressive attacking capability, averaging 2.2 goals per match over the tournament, while Egypt has struggled to find the net away from home, failing to score in their last away game. Senegal's ability to score in critical moments, particularly in the first half (with 3 goals scored between the 31st and 45th minutes), could be pivotal.
Moreover, Senegal's defensive record at home has been stellar, with only 2 goals conceded across their matches. This defensive solidity, paired with their attacking prowess, positions them as the favorites heading into this encounter.
Predicted Outcome
Given the current form, historical performance, and statistical advantages, Senegal is poised to win this match against Egypt. The prediction is Senegal to win 2–0.
