Senegal vs Morocco Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Jan 2026
Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Senegal vs Morocco
Senegal square off against host nation Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:00 on Sunday 18 January.
We’re not expecting Senegal and Morocco to find the net in the final. The prediction is therefore No on the Both Teams to Score market and this is priced at generous odds of -147.
Senegal claimed a 1–0 victory over Egypt in their semi-final at Stade Ibn-Batouta. Pape Thiaw's men recorded four shots on target and boasted 64% possession, with the winning goal scored by Sadio Mane in the 78th minute.
Morocco beat Nigeria on penalties (0–0 AET) in their semi-final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. The Atlas Lions enjoyed 49% possession and five shots on goal in normal time.
| Africa Cup of Nations | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Morocco |
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 6:1 | 7 |
| 1 |  Senegal |
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 7:1 | 7 |
5 wins and 1 draw, averaging 2.0 goals from 7.8 shots on goal and 15.8 attempts. Senegal have had 63.2% possession, 513.5 passes and 6.2 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.3 goals from 2.2 shots on goal and 5.8 attempts, while being awarded 3.0 corners.
The four top scorers are Sadio Mane, Pape Gueye, Cherif Ndiaye and Nicolas Jackson, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Leading assistor is Sadio Mane with 3.
Morocco have 5 victories and 1 draw, with an average of 2.2 goals from 14.7 attempts and 5.3 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 58.2% possession, 490.0 passes, 5.3 corners awarded and 1.0 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 0.5 goals from 4.0 attempts and 0.8 shots on goal.
The top scorers have been Brahim Diaz with 5, Ayoub El Kaabi on 3 and Ismael Saibari 1. Azzedine Ounahi has managed 2 assists in the last 6 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Senegal confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Edouard Mendy (GK), Antoine Mendy, Mamadou Sarr, Moussa Niakhate, Malick Diouf, Lamine Camara, Idrissa Gana Gueye, Pape Gueye, Iliman Ndiaye, Nicolas Jackson, Sadio Mane.
Morocco confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Yassine Bounou (GK), Achraf Hakimi, Nayef Aguerd, Adam Masina, Noussair Mazraoui, Bilal El Khannouss, Neil El Aynaoui, Ismael Saibari, Brahim Diaz, Ayoub El Kaabi, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli.
Senegal vs Morocco Prediction & Betting Tips
Prepare for Senegal vs Morocco with our expert betting guide featuring a trusted match prediction, likely scoreline, key player props and a well-crafted bet builder.
Match Prediction
At least one of the two sides might come up short on the goal front, with the BTTS No betting selection looking like the standout Africa Cup of Nations bet. That’s particularly when you can get odds of -147.
We study the Africa Cup of Nations form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.
Key Senegal vs Morocco stats:
The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 59.5% prospect of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
For those in the hunt for a bigger price, BTTS No can be included in a Bet Builder with a range of other selections. Make your picks to get a larger potential return.
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Correct Score Prediction
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The Atlas Lions are available at +380 to win by a 1-0 scoreline. Correct score betting allows us to bet at bigger odds and it’s also a fun type of wager.
Player Prop Picks
Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco) can be backed at -125 to have at least one shot on goal. When it comes to wagering Shots on Target, we think the betting odds really stand out for this pick.
Ismael Saibari (Morocco) has netted three goals in his past ten games. We believe this is the best of the player props, with a healthy +450 available when it comes to betting him to score at any time.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve lined up a same-game multi including these picks: one or both teams drawing a blank, Morocco on the Asian Handicap at -0.25 merged with Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco) to record one or more shots on target.
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Senegal vs Morocco 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.
The latest Full-Time Result betting odds are available for the Africa Cup of Nations final and you can get +132 that Morocco win and +285 that Senegal triumph. Those wanting to back the draw can get +175.
If Morocco and Senegal play out a draw, then an Asian Handicap -0.25 on the former means a half stake refund. However, a victory for the favourites would mean a full payout at -109.
If you think there will be two goals or less during the ninety minutes, then Under 2.5 Goals is a potential option. As long as one team or more fails to score, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market will pay out at -175.
The top betting sites always do a great job when it comes to Africa Cup of Nations games. They provide football bettors with hundreds of markets and you can cherry-pick the most attractive options.
Brahim Díaz is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +450 while there’s also the chance to back him to find the net at +270.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Senegal Stats
Morocco Stats
- 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 8 wins and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 10 wins have been recorded in the previous 10 away matches.
- An average of 2.60 goals scored and 0.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 0.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 0.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals scored and 0.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.17 corners awarded and 3.00 corners conceded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 6.50 corners awarded and 2.25 corners against in the last 4 home matches
- An average of 9.17 corners awarded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 8.75 corners awarded in the last 4 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 0 of the last 6 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 0 of the last 4 home matches
- An average of 5.33 corners awarded and 1.00 corners conceded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 6.00 corners awarded and 2.25 corners against in the last 4 away matches
- An average of 6.33 corners awarded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 8.25 corners awarded in the last 4 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 0 of the last 6 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 0 of the last 4 away matches
- An average of 63.17% possession in the last 6 matches
- An average of 65.75% possession in the last 4 home matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 6 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 4 home matches
Senegal vs Morocco Lineups & Team News
Double-check the Senegal vs Morocco team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the Africa Cup of Nations along with up-to-date injury news.
Senegal Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Morocco Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Senegal Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Morocco Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Senegal Substitutes
- 1Yehvann Diouf
- 4Abdoulaye Seck
- 6Pathe Ciss
- 9Boulaye Dia
- 12Cherif Ndiaye
- 14Ismail Jakobs
- 17Pape Sarr
- 18Ismaila Sarr
- 20H. Mouhamadou Diallo
- 21Cheikh Sabaly
- 22Ousseynou Niang
- 23Mory Diaw
- 27Ibrahim Mbaye
- 28M. Lamine Camara
Morocco Substitutes
- 4Sofyan Amrabat
- 6Romain Saiss
- 7Hamza Igamane
- 9Soufiane Rahimi
- 12Munir
- 14Oussama Targhalline
- 15Mohamed Chibi
- 16Ilias Akhomach
- 18Jawad El Yamiq
- 19Youssef En-Nesyri
- 21Chemsdine Talbi
- 22El Mehdi Al Harrar
- 26Anass Salah-Eddine
- 27A. Ait Boudlal
- 28Youssef Belammari
Previous Senegal Lineups
Previous Morocco Lineups
Senegal Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Pape Thiaw
Morocco Player Stats & Squad
Africa Cup of Nations Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Mali | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Comoros | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0:2 | 2 |
| 4 | Zambia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:4 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 7 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:4 | 6 |
| 3 | Angola | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2:3 | 2 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nigeria | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:4 | 9 |
| 2 | Tunisia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:5 | 4 |
| 3 | Tanzania | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Uganda | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:7 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senegal | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | DR Congo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:1 | 7 |
| 3 | Benin | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Botswana | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:7 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algeria | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Burkina Faso | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Sudan | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 3 |
| 4 | Equatorial Guinea | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:6 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Cameroon | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 7 |
| 3 | Mozambique | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:5 | 3 |
| 4 | Gabon | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4:7 | 0 |
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