Senegal vs Egypt: AFCON 2025 Semifinal Preview
Tangier, Morocco, 14 January 2026 – Senegal face Egypt in a highly anticipated semifinal clash at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, hosted in Morocco. The Lions of Teranga, reigning champions from 2021, seek to advance to their second final, while the Pharaohs aim for a record-extending tenth final appearance. This rematch of the 2021 final promises drama, with stars Sadio Mané and Mohamed Salah set to duel once more.
Historical Head-to-Head Record
Senegal and Egypt have met 15 times in all competitions, with Senegal holding a slight edge at seven wins to Egypt’s five, and three draws. Their most notable encounter was the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations final, where Senegal won 4-2 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in extra time. Sadio Mané, who missed an early penalty, scored the decisive spot-kick to secure Senegal’s first-ever title. In World Cup qualifying play-offs in 2022, Senegal again prevailed on penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw. Egypt last won in 2006, defeating Senegal 2-1 in the AFCON semifinals.
Key Players and Form
Senegal’s squad features experienced stars like Sadio Mané, who has scored three goals and provided three assists in this tournament, and Iliman Ndiaye, leading scorer with four goals. Egypt rely on Mohamed Salah, who has netted four goals and contributed five goal involvements, alongside Omar Marmoush and Yasser Ibrahim. Predicted line-ups see Senegal in a 4-3-3 formation with Édouard Mendy in goal, while Egypt opt for a 3-4-1-2 with Mohamed El Shenawy guarding the posts. Senegal have no unavailable players, but Egypt miss Mohamed Hamdi due to injury.
Key Facts / Stats
| Statistic | Senegal | Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| AFCON Titles | 1 (2021) | 7 (1957, 1959, 1986, 1998, 2006, 2008, 2010) |
| Goals Scored in Tournament | 11 | 9 |
| Clean Sheets | 3 | 4 |
| Head-to-Head Wins (All Competitions) | 7 | 5 |
| Draws (All Competitions) | 3 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the match taking place?
The semifinal between Senegal and Egypt is scheduled for 17:00 UTC on 14 January 2026 at the Grand Stade de Tanger in Tangier, Morocco, as part of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025.
How can I watch the match?
The match will be broadcast live on various networks; check local listings for channels such as E4 in the UK or streaming services. FotMob and Sofascore provide live updates and stats.
What is the significance of this fixture?
This is a repeat of the 2021 AFCON final, where Senegal won their maiden title on penalties. Egypt, the most successful nation in AFCON history, seek revenge and a place in their tenth final.