Mali vs Tunisia Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 03 Jan 2026

Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Mali vs Tunisia

Group A runners-up Mali take on Tunisia, who finished second in Group C, in this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 showdown at Stade Mohamed V, with kick-off set for 14:00 on Saturday 3 January.

Tunisia at 0.0 look like an attractive bet on the Asian Handicap when they meet Mali. Backing the Eagles of Carthage at -130 means a nice payout if they win and our stake returned if they only draw the game.

Mali drew 0-0 with Comoros in their last game, with this taking place at Stade Mohamed V. Mali dominated possession with 68% of the ball and had two shots on target.

Tunisia drew 1-1 in their previous match, playing Tanzania at Prince Moulay Abdellah Olympic Annex Stadium. Sami Trabelsi's men had two shots on goal and enjoyed 64% possession, while Ismael Gharbi found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Tunisia haven’t lost to Mali in their past three matches, with the last encounter ending 1-1 at Stade Amadou Gon Coulibaly. The past 5 H2H meetings have resulted in three draws along with a win for Mali and Tunisia.

Africa Cup of Nations		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Mali	3	0	3	0	2	2	0	2:2	3
2	Tunisia	3	1	1	1	6	5	1	6:5	4

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Mali have drawn all of their previous 3 games, averaging 0.7 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 11.0 attempts. Tom Saintfiet's side have averaged 53.3% possession, 459.0 passes and 2.7 corners per match, conceding 0.7 goals and 5.3 corners from 2.3 shots on goal and 9.0 attempts.

Lassine Sinayoko has registered 2 goals.

Tunisia have won 1, lost 1 and drawn 1, with an average of 2.0 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 10.0 attempts. There’s been an average of 51.0% possession, 410.0 passes, 5.3 corners awarded and 2.7 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.7 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 10.0 attempts.

Elias Achouri has scored 2 goals, followed by Ismael Gharbi, Montassar Talbi, Ali Abdi and Ellyes Skhiri on 1. Hannibal Mejbri is the top assists provider in the last 3 games with 2.

Confirmed Lineups

Mali confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Djigui Diarra (GK), Woyo Coulibaly, Abdoulaye Diaby, Ousmane Camara, Amadou Dante, Yves Bissouma, Aliou Dieng, Mamadou Sangare, Lassana Coulibaly, Mahamadou Doumbia, Lassine Sinayoko.

Tunisia confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Aymen Dahmen (GK), Yan Valery, Montassar Talbi, Dylan Bronn, Ali Abdi, Ferjani Sassi, Ellyes Skhiri, Ismael Gharbi, Hannibal Mejbri, Hadj Mahmoud, Hazem Mastouri.

Mali vs Tunisia Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the key Mali vs Tunisia betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

We think that Tunisia are going to win this match and you should consider betting them at odds of -130 on the Asian Handicap 0.0. The Eagles of Carthage could prove too strong in this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 encounter.

We’re always focused on the Africa Cup of Nations form guide to identify the latest betting trends. When it comes to key players getting injured, that can also have a bearing. The latest stats provide even more information to make a football prediction.

Key Mali vs Tunisia stats:

• The 0.0 line has been covered by Tunisia in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The 0.0 line has been covered by Tunisia in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Mali in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Mali in 11 of their last 20 games.
• The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Mali in 4 of their last 5 games against Tunisia.

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 56.5% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

If the price on display doesn’t appeal, you can make the choice to secure bigger odds by moving the line for your selection. It’s a case of taking a view which you are happy with.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Mali 0 - 1 Tunisia

The Eagles of Carthage can be backed at +500 to triumph by a 1-0 scoreline. It can be fun to have a wager on the correct score and there’s a big potential return if the bet wins.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Hazem Mastouri Over 0.5 Shots On Target -161

Hazem Mastouri (Tunisia) can be backed at -161 to finish with one or more shots on goal. We’ll take a chance with this Shots on Target pick as the betting odds look pretty attractive.

Latest Hazem Mastouri Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+280

First

+575

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-128

Under 0.5

-133

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Mohamed Elias Achouri To Score +430

Mohamed Elias Achouri (Tunisia) can be wagered at +430 to be among the goals. We think this is the pick of the player props, with generous odds available when it comes to backing him to score at any time.

Latest Mohamed Elias Achouri Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+500

First

+1000

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-286

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Mali vs Tunisia Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

This Africa Cup of Nations encounter sees Mali available at +165 and Tunisia priced at +240 for the victory. If you want to back the game to finish level, the bookies have odds of +155 about the draw.

You can take advantage of the Half-Time Result market if you think a team will lead at the break. There's the chance to back Mali at +240, go for Tunisia at +320 or take the draw at -122.

The Total Goals market always provides an interesting angle and Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest-priced option. The Both Teams to Score No bet is -189 and it’s ideal if you think at least one side will not score during the ninety minutes.

There are hundreds of markets from which to select your preferred wager when it comes to Africa Cup of Nations games. The best football betting sites push the boat out to provide lots of choice.

Full-Time Result

1

+165

X

+155

2

+240

Half-Time Result

1

+240

X

-122

2

+320

Double Chance

1X

-333

12

-204

X2

-217

Draw No Bet

1

-156

2

+110

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+112

2 Hcp +0.25

-147

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-333

Over 2.5

+235

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+135

No

-189

Hazem Mastouri is the First Goalscorer favourite at +575. Alternatively, there’s the opportunity to simply back him to find the net anytime at +280.

Hazem Mastouri (Tunisia)

First

+280

Anytime

+575

Lassine Sinayoko (Mali)

First

+300

Anytime

+575

El Bilal Toure (Mali)

First

+330

Anytime

+650

Kamory Doumbia (Mali)

First

+420

Anytime

+800

Nene Dorgeles (Mali)

First

+420

Anytime

+850

Mohamed Elias Achouri (Tunisia)

First

+500

Anytime

+1000

Elias Saad (Tunisia)

First

+525

Anytime

+1000

Yves Bissouma (Mali)

First

+550

Anytime

+1050

Ismaël Gharbi (Tunisia)

First

+650

Anytime

+1200

Aliou Dieng (Mali)

First

+700

Anytime

+1400

Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane (Tunisia)

First

+750

Anytime

+1600

Ferjani Sassi (Tunisia)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Mamadou Sangaré (Mali)

First

+850

Anytime

+1700

Mahamadou Doumbia (Mali)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Ali Abdi (Tunisia)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2200

Mohamed Belhadj Mahmoud (Tunisia)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2200

Yassine Meriah (Tunisia)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2200

Hannibal Mejbri (Tunisia)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Lassana Coulibaly (Mali)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Hazem Mastouri (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

-128

Under 0.5

-133

Lassine Sinayoko (Mali)

Over 0.5

-110

Under 0.5

-159

El Bilal Toure (Mali)

Over 0.5

-110

Under 0.5

-159

Kamory Doumbia (Mali)

Over 0.5

+130

Under 0.5

-233

Nene Dorgeles (Mali)

Over 0.5

+133

Under 0.5

-244

Mohamed Elias Achouri (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-286

Elias Saad (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-303

Yves Bissouma (Mali)

Over 0.5

+190

Under 0.5

-370

Ismaël Gharbi (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-400

Aliou Dieng (Mali)

Over 0.5

+250

Under 0.5

-556

Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+250

Under 0.5

-588

Ferjani Sassi (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-588

Mamadou Sangaré (Mali)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-769

Mahamadou Doumbia (Mali)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-769

Hannibal Mejbri (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+340

Under 0.5

-909

Mohamed Belhadj Mahmoud (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+350

Under 0.5

-909

Lassana Coulibaly (Mali)

Over 0.5

+350

Under 0.5

-1000

Yassine Meriah (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+360

Under 0.5

-1000

Ali Abdi (Tunisia)

Over 0.5

+380

Under 0.5

-1111

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Mali Stats

Tunisia Stats

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.20 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 2.20 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 2.67 corners awarded and 5.33 corners conceded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 4.75 corners awarded and 3.00 corners against in the last 4 home matches
• An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 7.75 corners awarded in the last 4 home matches
• Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 2 of the last 3 matches
• Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 2 of the last 4 home matches

Corners

• An average of 5.33 corners awarded and 2.67 corners conceded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 4.67 corners awarded and 3.67 corners against in the last 3 away matches
• An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 3 matches
• An average of 8.33 corners awarded in the last 3 away matches
• Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 0 of the last 3 matches
• Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 0 of the last 3 away matches

Possession

• An average of 53.33% possession in the last 3 matches
• An average of 54.00% possession in the last 4 home matches
• Most possession in 2 of the last 3 matches
• Most possession in 3 of the last 4 home matches

Possession

• An average of 51.00% possession in the last 3 matches
• An average of 53.00% possession in the last 3 away matches
• Most possession in 1 of the last 3 matches
• Most possession in 2 of the last 3 away matches

Mali vs Tunisia Lineups & Team News

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