AFCON 2023: Guinea vs Senegal: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :January 21, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Modified at :January 21, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Decisive Matchday 3 to determine the Group C winner

Guinea comes into the match with a positive recent record, winning three of their last five games and drawing one, with only one loss. They haven’t conceded more than one goal in any of these matches, and all but one game featured fewer than three goals. Notably, they secured a 2-0 victory over Nigeria in a pre-tournament preparation match, showcasing their good form.

In contrast, Senegal are in excellent form, winning four and drawing one of their last five games, conceding just one goal in the process. They have demonstrated their offensive abilities by scoring 11 goals. As the defending champions of AFCON, Senegal carries high expectations into the final group match, emphasizing their strong position and formidable team dynamics.

Kick-off:

Tuesday; 23 January 2024, 05:00 PM GMT (10:30 PM IST)

Location: Charles Konan Banny Stadium

Form

Guinea (all competitions): W-L-W-D-W

Senegal (all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Players to watch

Mohamed Bayo (Guinea)

The spotlight will be on Mohamed Bayo, who is set to lead Guinea’s frontline for the third consecutive game. Bayo aims to increase his goal tally for his country, currently standing at four, as they go up against Senegal. In addition to his international performance, the forward has notched four goals and contributed one assist in 12 appearances for his club this season. Overall, he has scored four goals in 18 outings while representing his country.

Ismaila Sarr (Senegal)

Ismaila Sarr Guinea vs Senegal — Ismaila Sarr was involved in two goals in the last match

Ismaila Sarr has already made a significant impact with three goal contributions in the tournament’s initial two games. In the 3-0 victory against Gambia, he contributed an assist and elevated his performance in the subsequent match against Cameroon with a goal and an assist in a 3-1 win. The forward, representing Marseille, has featured in 21 matches for his club this season, scoring four goals and providing two assists. Sarr aims to maintain his exceptional form for Senegal and carry it back to Ligue 1.

Match facts

Guinea have remained unbeaten in their past 3 games.
Senegal are unbeaten in their past 6 games in all competitions.
Guinea have lost 3 matches against Senegal in their past five meetings.

Injury & team news

Guinea will face the absence of their captain, Francois Kamano, who received a straight red card in the 1-1 draw against Cameroon in the initial game. Serhou Guirassy is uncertain for the match due to a hamstring strain, while Mohamed Bayo is expected to lead the frontline once again.

Senegal, on the other hand, may continue to be without defender Moussa Niakhite, who missed the second game due to an injury sustained in the first. Midfielder Lamine Camara and striker Habib Diallo could potentially be absent after sustaining injuries in the 3-1 victory over Cameroon in the last match. Nicolas Jackson may earn his first tournament start in the forward position, and veteran Idrissa Gueye could be included in the starting XI to compensate for the team’s injuries.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 59

Guinea wins – 16

Senegal wins – 28

Draws – 15

Predicted Lineup

Guinea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Kone; A. Conte, Diakhaby, Jeanvier, S. Sylla; Moriba, Konate; Guilavogui, A. Camara, Kante; Bayo

Senegal Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Mendy; Jakobs, Koulibaly, Diallo, Diatta; Ciss, Gueye, Sarr; Mane, Jackson, I. Sarr

Match Prediction for Guinea vs Senegal

As evident from the head-to-head record, Senegal are a better team when these two sides meet, their clashes have been closely contested, with none producing more than a single deciding goal. With first place in Group C on the line, this upcoming match is expected to be another closely fought contest. Despite the anticipated tight encounter, Senegal possesses the quality to clinch a narrow victory.

Prediction: Guinea 0-1 Senegal

Telecast for Guinea vs Senegal

India – FanCode

UK – Sky Sports

US – beIN Sports

Nigeria – NTA

AFCON 2023 Worldwide Broadcast Details: Click here

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