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The prediction and betting suggestion for Mali vs Tunisia, on January 3, 2026, is: Over 1.5 goals ⇒ bet available on bet365.

👉 Which stadium will host Mali vs Tunisia?

Mali vs Tunisia on January 3, 2026, will be held in Casablanca, Stade Mohamed V.

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Mali vs Tunisia Prediction – Africa Cup of Nations

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Check out the best predictions for Mali vs Tunisia

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

Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent head-to-head records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this game between Mali and Tunisia.

Mali

January 3, 2026 – 15:00
Africa Cup of Nations
2025
Round of 16

Tunisia

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Mali vs Tunisia

The best prediction for the match between Mali and Tunisia in the Africa Cup of Nations is that there will be more than 1.5 goals. It is expected that Mali will take charge of the game; however, Tunisia has been a strong offensive team and is likely to create several goal-scoring opportunities. It is noteworthy that the market “Over 1.5 Goals” has won in all Tunisia’s matches played in this Africa Cup of Nations.

Best prediction for Mali vs Tunisia

Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting tip)
Over 1.5 goals (live betting tip, double or triple)

Match prediction for Mali vs Tunisia

The teams Mali and Tunisia will face each other at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca in a match valid for the Round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations. In their last encounter during the CAN knockout stages (January 2024), the match ended in a 1-1 draw.

Analysis of Mali

Mali enters this match after a goalless draw against Comoros, bringing their unbeaten streak to three matches in this CAN. It’s important to highlight that Mali advanced to this knockout phase after finishing in 2nd place in Group A. This team typically plays in a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on offensive transitions and utilizing the flanks for their attacks. The three key players targeting the opponent’s goal will be Dorgeles Nene, Mamadou Sangare, and Lassine Sinayoko, with midfielder Yves Bissouma orchestrating the offensive play. Amadou Haidara is unavailable for this match due to suspension.

Analysis of Tunisia

Tunisia enters this match with a 1-1 draw against Tanzania, marking their second consecutive match without a win in this CAN. The only goal for Tunisia was scored by Ismael Gharbi. It’s noteworthy that Tunisia reached the knockout phase after finishing in 2nd place in Group C. This team also typically plays in a 4-3-3 formation, emphasizing an offensive strategy that exploits the flanks. In this setup, Elias Achouri, Hazem Mastouri, and Sebastian Tounekti form the attacking trio, responsible for finishing the plays and troubling the opposing defense. All players are available for this game.