Prediction: Senegal vs Morocco: Africa Cup of Nations Final Prediction

Match Preview

The upcoming Africa Cup of Nations final features Senegal and Morocco, two tactically disciplined teams with recent strong performances. Senegal's aggressive pressing and attacking play contrast with Morocco's organized counter-attacking style. Tactical differences could influence the scoring pattern, favoring a defensive, low-scoring encounter.

Check out our complete thoughts below.

Match Betting Tips

TipStrike The most favorable outcomes are Morocco with a slight handicap or a draw, supported by recent defensive resilience and tactical discipline, making them the preferred choice for cautious bettors.

Senegal vs Morocco Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

👉 Our prediction is: Asian Handicap Tips

A safe bet is Morocco +0.25, giving the chance for a draw or Moroccan win, which aligns with recent form and head-to-head trends.

👉 Our prediction is: Goals Over/Under

Predicted total goals are under 3.5, reflecting recent defensive strength and low-scoring tendencies.

👉 Our prediction is: First Half & Full Time Prediction

Expect a cautious start; a draw at halftime with Morocco winning in the second half is a plausible scenario.

👉 Our prediction is: BTTS (Both Teams To Score)

Both teams have attacking threats but tight defenses suggest caution on both teams scoring, with a slight lean towards 'No' for BTTS.

Match forecast

The match on January 18, 2026, is expected to be tightly fought with Morocco as slight favorites. Defensive organization and tactical discipline could limit scoring, leading to under 3.5 goals, with Morocco having a good chance to win or draw.

Recent Head-to-Head Results

In their last encounters, Morocco has a slight edge, with recent wins in semi-finals and friendlies, but Senegal remains a resilient opponent.

Injury and Suspension Report

Neither team has major injury concerns; both squads are at full strength for this final.

Predicted Lineups & Tactical Comparison

Expected formations are 4-3-3 for Senegal and 4-1-4-1 for Morocco, both emphasizing midfield control and defensive organization.

Team Form and Expectations

Morocco has maintained a solid defensive record and tactical discipline throughout the tournament, while Senegal has shown resilience and attacking prowess, especially in knockout stages, promising an intense battle.

Expert prediction on Senegal vs Morocco Africa Cup of Nations final

See below all the main information for this match.

The match is scheduled for January 18, 2026, at Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah in Rabat, part of the Africa Cup of Nations final. It is expected to be highly competitive with Morocco as slight favorites over Senegal, especially considering recent form and head-to-head records.

Based on recent performances and head-to-head stats, Morocco is predicted to win or draw against Senegal. Morocco’s tactical strength and recent form support this prediction, with a lower probability of high goal-scoring compared to other matches.

The forecast expects a closely contested game, with under 3.5 goals likely, and Morocco predicted to collect a win or a draw. This aligns with recent defensive solidity and midfield control, which could restrict scoring opportunities.

Senegal’s lineup features a 4-3-3 formation, emphasizing attack through star players like Sadio Mane and Youssef En-Nesyri. Morocco prefers a 4-1-4-1, with a focus on counter-attacking and midfield control with players like Achraf Hakimi and Sofyan Amrabat. Senegal's pressing is more aggressive, aiming to force turnovers high up the pitch, while Morocco tends to absorb pressure and strike on counters. These tactical differences might favor Morocco's disciplined approach, possibly leading to a lower-scoring game or a narrow victory.