Sudan vs Senegal Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | AFCON 2027 qualifiers

The Lions de la Téranga dominated the proceedings when the sides last met!

The Sudan national football team are all set to battle it out against the Senegal national football team for their fourth group-stage outing of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. These nations will go head-to-head at the Juba National Stadium.

With just one win in their first three matches, Sudan are in third place on the Group J points table of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. After losing to Mozambique (1-4) in the previous international window, Senegal outplayed them in what was a 1-4 loss for the Falcons of Jediane.

They will be eager to get back to winning ways. Being at home for their next outing can be beneficial for them. James Kwesi Appiah’s men must not give the ball away to their opponents.

On the other hand, the Senegal national football team are on an unbeaten run and at the top of the table for the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. They secured an easy win against Sudan last time around and will be looking to do so once again. The Lions de la Téranga will be eager to continue their charge.

They are going to be the visiting side in their upcoming clash. Still, they will be fully confident due to their current run of form.

Kick-off:

• Location: Juba National Stadium, South Sudan
• Stadium: Juba National Stadium
• Date: Monday, November 16
• Kick-off Time: 06:30 PM IST/ 01:00 PM GMT/ 09:00 AM ET/ 06:00 AM PT
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Sudan: L-L-W-L-W

Senegal: L-D-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Abuaagla Abdalla (Sudan)

Abuaagla Abdalla will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Lions de la Téranga. He was the sole goalscorer for Sudan in their previous outing against Senegal. His defensive work was also quite noticeable, but his performance was not enough.

Nicolas Jackson (Senegal)

Nicolas Jackson is on a flying run of form at the moment. He has performed well for Aston Villa in the Premier League and has shown top form for Senegal in their 4-1 victory against Sudan. The 25-year-old was one of the goal scorers.

He had the joint-most touches (7) in the opposition box and took the most shots (5). Jackson is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Also read: Premier League 2026-27: List of all Player of the Month award winners ft. Nicolas Jackson

Match Facts

• Sudan have suffered consecutive losses in their last two matches.
• Senegal are on a three-match winning run.
• The Falcons of Jediane have never secured a win against Lions de la Téranga.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Senegal to win
• Nicolas Jackson to score
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Sudan have all of their selected squad members ready and fit to be in action.

Krepin Diatta and Mamdou Sarr might have to sit out for Senegal due to fitness concerns

Head-to-Head

Matches played: 9

Sudan (wins): 0

Senegal (wins): 7

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineups

Sudan predicted XI (4-2-3-1)

Mohamed (GK); Awad, Ali, Karshom, Tabanja; Khidir, Abdalla; Adil, Omer, Nooh; Eisa

Senegal predicted XI (3-4-3)

Yehvaan Diouf (GK); Sane, Koulibaly, Niakhate; Mbaye, Lopy, Camara, Malick Diouf; Dia, Jackson, Ndiaye

Match Prediction

With their current run of form, Sudan will be under pressure even on their home ground. Senegal have been performing well and will be eager to trouble the hosts.

Lions de la Teranga might emerge victorious and secure three important points.

Prediction: Sudan 1-3 Senegal

Telecast Details

Nigeria: Canal+, Sport 1 Afrique

Cameroon: CRTV

USA: beIN SPORTS en Español, fuboTV, beIN SPORTS CONNECT

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