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The prediction and betting suggestion for Mali vs Senegal on January 9, 2026, as analyzed by our tipsters, is: Senegal to win ⇒ bet available at betanobr.

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The Mali vs Senegal match on January 9, 2026, will be held in Rabat, Rabat Annex.

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Mali vs Senegal Prediction – Africa Cup of Nations

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Check out the best predictions for Mali vs Senegal

Here you will find the best prediction for Mali vs Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations, along with a match analysis and betting tips.

Below, read our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent head-to-head records and key statistics from recent matches to provide the best prediction for this match between Mali vs Senegal.

Mali

January 9, 2026 – 16::00
Africa Cup of Nations
2025
Quarter-finals

Senegal

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Mali vs Senegal

The best prediction for Mali vs Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations is a win for Senegal. The Senegalese team, possessing one of the most powerful squads on the continent, is expected to take control of the match from the opening whistle. They will face a Mali side that, despite its effort, has fewer individual talents and tactical solutions to counter Senegal’s favoritism. Considering these factors, betting on Senegal to win this match is a sound option.

Best prediction for Mali vs Senegal

Senegal to win

Match prediction for Mali vs Senegal

The teams Mali and Senegal face off at Stade Ibn-Batouta in Tangier, Morocco, in a match that counts towards the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations. In their last official encounter on March 26, 2019, Senegal defeated Mali 2-1.

Mali Analysis

Mali enters this match after a victory on penalties against Tunisia, following a 1-1 draw. The only goal for the team was scored by Lassine Sinayoko. The Malian team operates in a 4-3-3 tactical system, aiming to adopt a fast-paced, transition-focused style of play. In this setup, the three players responsible for creating trouble in the opponent’s area are Lassine Sinayoko, Mamadou Sangare, and Dorgeles Nene. When attacking, the team tends to exploit the left flank, utilizing the advances of fullback Amadou Dante. Woyo Coulibaly is unavailable for this match due to suspension.

Senegal Analysis

Senegal comes into this match after a 3-1 victory against Sudan in the round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations. The team’s goals were scored by Pape Gueye (2) and Ibrahim Mbaye. The Senegalese team typically plays in a 4-3-3 tactical setup, focusing on an attacking style of play with quick transitions and set-piece exploitation. The most influential players in the offensive line are Ismaïla Sarr, Nicolas Jackson, and Sadio Mané. When they go on the attack, the team generally favors the right flank, utilizing the advances of fullback Krépin Diatta. All players are available for this match.