Mali vs South Africa will be the second Group E match at the 2024 AFCON finals. Get betting tips, predictions and team details in this complete preview.
Mali vs South Africa Betting Odds
A variety of betting odds are available at different betting sites for these two AFCON teams. Check out some of the leading odds below.
Mali vs South Africa Head2head
In four previous meetings, Mali has won twice and drawn once against South Africa. However, South Africa won 2-1 in the previous meeting – an international friendly in 2019.
Recommended Tip of the Game
Both sides will want to make a positive start to their AFCON groups. However, the following tips have been selected as a result of pre-match analysis and previous results.
- Draw
- Both Teams to Score
- Ibrahima Koné Anytime Scorer
Mali Analysis
Mali comes into the AFCON following a four-match winning streak, in which they have scored 10 goals.
The nation is also unbeaten in 12 of their last 15 matches in all competitions. Ibrahima Koné is also the most in-form goalscorer for Mali, striking 13 goals in 17 internationals.
South Africa Analysis
In their last four matches, South Africa have drawn three times and won once. Also, Bafana Bafana are unbeaten in 14 of their last 15 matches in all competitions.
Match Expected Lineups
Mali and South Africa are expected to line up as follows. However, changes could occur before kick-off due to injury.
- Mali – Ismael Diawara, Hamari Traore, Mamadou Fofana, Sikou Niakaté, Moussa Diarra, Fousseni Diabaté, Mohamed Camara, Diadié Samassékou, Moussa Doumbia, Lassine Sinayoko, Kamory Doumbia.
- South Africa – Ronwen Williams, Khuliso Mudau, Siyanda Xulu, Mothobi Mvala, Aubrey Maphosa Modiba, Teboho Mokoena, Sphephelo Sithole, Mihlali Mayambela, Themba Zwane, Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Lebo Mothiba.
Bet on Mali vs South Africa
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Mali vs South Africa FAQs
Lastly, you can find answers to bettors’ most common questions about the upcoming match.
This match will kick off at 20:00 (GMT) on 16th January 2024.
The match will be broadcast by Kenyan TV operators. However, some betting companies might also offer live streaming services for the event.
Currently, Mali are on a four-match winning streak ahead of the AFCON. South Africa has drawn their last two matches in all competitions and won once in their last four.
The odds for the match will be posted by bookmakers closer to the kick-off time and date.
