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AFCON: Senegal vs Gambia – Prediction, Stats & Odds

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Gain insights for the AFCON match between Senegal and Gambia, including expert predictions, key statistics, and odds, all in one place.

On Monday, Senegal begin their title defense at Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro. The reigning champions will face Gambia, looking to get their Group C campaign off to a winning start.

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Senegal Form

Senegal didn’t concede a single goal as they continued their unbeaten run in their last three matches. The Lions of Teranga first took South Sudan down in a 4-0 thrashing, before drawing 0-0 with Togo. They were back as winners when they defeated Niger 1-0.

Gambia Form

Based on results from their last three games, Gambia don’t appear to be in the best of shape. While they held Congo to a 2-2 draw in their first outing, they then lost 3-2 to Burundi and then 0-2 at the hands of Ivory Coast.

Senegal vs Gambia Stats

Here are some facts that might be useful for placing bets on the upcoming game between Senegal and Gambia. The facts are based on statistics from the last couple of matches that these teams played across all tournaments.

  • Senegal won 3 of their last 4 games.
  • Senegal kept a clean sheet in their last 4 games.
  • In 10 of the last 13 Senegal games, there were under 2.5 goals.
  • Gambia lost 4 of their last 8 games.
  • In 3 of the last 4 Gambia games, both teams scored.
  • Gambia scored in 4 of their last 5 games.

Senegal vs Gambia – Players in Form

The new Africa Cup of Nations season is yet to begin, but Senegal and Gambia have a few potential players who could lead their offensive lines. Here are some of their probable goalscorers for their upcoming match.

Senegal vs Gambia Betting Tips

Full-time result

Senegal have demonstrated a strong and dominant form in their recent matches, securing six wins, three draws, and facing only one loss in their last ten games. Meanwhile, Gambia have had a varied performance, recording three wins, two draws, and experiencing five losses in their most recent ten matches.

Both teams to score

Senegal have seen both teams score in four out of their last ten matches. Meanwhile, Gambia experienced both teams scoring in three out of their last four matches after going seven games without doing so.

Total goals

Senegal have had more low-scoring games, with three matches having more than 2.5 goals and seven having fewer, in their recent ten matches. Gambia’s recent ten matches also show a similar trend, with three games having more than 2.5 goals and seven having fewer.

Match predictions: Senegal vs Gambia

To sum up, the upcoming match between Senegal and Gambia seems to be a good betting opportunity.

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