Rabat — Today is the day! All fans are eager to stick their heads to their small or large screens, if not in Morocco’s stadiums. Why? AFCON fixtures tonight include two must-see games: Morocco vs. Nigeria and Senegal vs. Egypt.
The Senegal vs Egypt game will take place at 6 p.m. at the Grand Stade de Tanger, bringing together two of the favorites of this tournament.
If you are not at the stadium, you can watch the game on beIN Sports MAX 1, E4, Fubo, FanCode, and SuperSport.
Senegal and Egypt have met five times in AFCON history, with each group winning two games.
This marks their second meeting in an AFCON semifinal, with the last being in 2006.
Egypt has won seven AFCON trophies throughout its history. Senegal, meanwhile, won its first title after defeating Egypt on penalties in 2021.
The fierce rivalry between the two teams is expected to make for a thrilling match-up. Historically, the team that wins this match goes on to win the whole AFCON tournament.
For Egypt’s side, Coach Hossam Hassan is certain the Pharaohs are ready for the task.
Senegal’s Pape Thiaw also trusts his team, saying his squad will play the game with respect and ambition.
In a recent statement, he acknowledged that the opponent is strong, but his squad is determined to go all out for victory to reach the final.
Goal expects Senegal to deploy Mendy, Koulibaly, Diof, Diatta, Gueye, Diara, Niakhate, Ndiaye, Diallo, and Senegalese football star Mane as the potential starting XI.
As for Egypt, Ashour is expected to be featured alongside star Mohamed Salah, Ateya, Hany, Abou El Fotouh, Fathi, and Rabia.
Join on WhatsApp
Join on Telegram 