Senegal and Morocco have everything to play for on Sunday as two of Africa’s top sides meet in the Africa Cup of Nations final.
With the latest AFCON odds pointing toward a tight, low-scoring affair, my Senegal vs Morocco predictions lean toward the side better equipped for a high-pressure, winner-take-all setting.
Find out why in my free betting picks for January 18.
Senegal vs Morocco picks and predictions
Senegal vs Morocco best bet: Senegal to lift the trophy (+130 at Sports Interaction)
The AFCON final sets up as a tight, low-margin battle between the tournament’s two best defensive sides, with Senegal and Morocco conceding just three goals combined while allowing very few shots on target.
In a game likely decided by small moments, experience matters. Senegal are playing in their third AFCON final in four editions and are comfortable in these high-pressure spots.
They also carry more proven attacking punch, with Sadio Mané and Nicolas Jackson capable of producing goals from very little.
Morocco’s run through extra time and penalties in the semifinals adds a physical and mental tax, giving Senegal the edge.
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Senegal vs Morocco same-game parlay (SGP)
Senegal moneyline
Over 8.5 corners
Both teams to score — No
Since we can't add "to lift the trophy" in the SGP, we will add value with Senegal moneyline (90 minutes only).
They have proven they can be trusted in high-leverage spots and have enough match winners up front to make a difference.
Senegal have had at least six corners in all three knockout games so far, so backing them for corners is a good bet.
Morocco doesn't produce much by way of goals, and a matchup against a good defensive team isn't the answer.
Senegal vs Morocco projected lineups
Senegal (4-3-3): Mendy, Diatta, Sarr, Niakhate, Diouf, Camara, Gueye, Gueye, Ndiaye, Jackson, Mane.
Injuries: Kalidou Koulibaly (Out), Habib Diarra (Out), Ilay Camada (Out), Assane Diao (Out).
Morocco (4-1-4-1): Bono, Mazraoui, Masina, Aguerd, Hakimi, El Aynaoui, Ezzalzouli, Saibari, El Khannouss, Diaz, El Kaabi,
Injuries: Azzedine Ounahi (Out).
Senegal vs Morocco odds
| Senegal | Morocco | |
|---|---|---|
| +260 | Moneyline | +125 |
| +187 | Draw | +187 |
| Over 2.5 (+170) | Total | Under 2.5 (-250) |
Odds courtesy of Sports Interaction.
How to watch Senegal vs Morocco
| Location | Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah, Rabat, Morocco |
| Time | 2:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | beIN Sports |
| Weather | Light rain. |
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