{"id":1423621,"date":"2026-01-12T12:23:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:23:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1423621"},"modified":"2026-01-12T12:23:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:23:37","slug":"match-preview-senegal-vs-egypt-14-01-26-afcon","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-senegal-vs-egypt-14-01-26-afcon\/","title":{"rendered":"Senegal vs Egypt: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Senegal and Egypt meet in a clash of heavyweights as the pair face off in the Semi-final of AFCON. Kick-off is set for 17:00 on Wednesday 14 January, where defensive solidity meets creative spark in a match that could shape the tournament\u2019s outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Based on Senegal\u2019s defensive dominance and Egypt\u2019s reliance on Mohamed Salah for goals, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re especially confident in Senegal to edge the result, given their superior shot accuracy, clean sheet record, and a more balanced threat across the pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Senegal to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n11\/10 @ Betfred<\/a>
(47.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Senegal because they\u2019ve conceded just twice in five matches, boast a shot accuracy of 57.1%, and come into this game with more big chances created and clinical conversion than their rivals. Their all-round balance and robust defence give them the edge.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams To Score \u2013 No<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/6 @ Bet365<\/a>
(60.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here: Senegal\u2019s defence allows very few shots in the box, and Egypt have only scored more than once in one of their last five. The odds reflect Senegal\u2019s ability to shut out opponents.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sadio Mane to Score First<\/strong><\/td>\n11\/2 @ Bet365<\/a>
(15.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nMane has a remarkable 80% shot accuracy and leads Senegal for chance creation. He\u2019s heavily involved and could break the deadlock if Senegal start on the front foot.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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