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Senegal vs Mali: Clash of Titans for CAN Semis
9 Jan
Summary
- Pape Gueye leads Senegal with two goals in the previous round.
- Lassine Sinayoko has scored all three of Mali's goals.
- Mamadou Sangaré is the tournament's top tackler with 15 challenges.
Senegal and Mali are set to clash in the first quarter-final of the CAN 2025 tournament on Friday, January 9, 2026. This high-stakes match will determine which team advances to the semi-finals, with several key players expected to make a significant impact on the outcome.
Senegal's Lions of Teranga look to Pape Gueye, who recently scored a brace against Sudan, and the influential Sadio Mané for offensive prowess. The return of defender Kalidou Koulibaly from suspension will bolster their defensive stability, a welcome sight for the team.
On the Mali side, striker Lassine Sinayoko is the tournament's leading scorer with three goals, aiming to extend his run. Midfielder Mamadou Sangaré has proven indispensable, topping the tournament charts for tackles with 15 successful challenges, anchoring Mali's midfield.
