Benin and Senegal face off for knockout stage hopes
Benin and Senegal are set to clash as Group D concludes at the Africa Cup of Nations. Gernot Rohr’s Benin boosted their chances with a recent win over Botswana, while Pape Thiaw’s Senegal remain group leaders. Senegal, AFCON winners in 2021, are favourites but have not yet secured their last 16 spot. Both teams are likely to progress, but the match remains crucial for their tournament paths.
Match highlights
- Benin ended a three-match losing streak with a 1-0 victory over Botswana on matchday two.
- Senegal drew 1-1 with D.R. Congo in their last outing and sit atop Group D.
- Benin have not beaten Senegal since their first meeting and have lost seven of the last nine encounters.
- Sadio Mané has five goal involvements in four head-to-head matches against Benin, including a hat-trick in 2022.
- Both teams report no new injury concerns ahead of this decisive group game.
