Benin v Mauritania: Probable line-ups for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier

Benin are expected to retain the core of the side that earned a valuable draw against Burkina Faso in their previous Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying match when they face Mauritania.

With kick-off only hours away, Guepards manager Gernot Rohr is likely to rely on the defensive and midfield structure that helped his team secure a point in the last round of Group F fixtures.

Mauritania, meanwhile, will be aiming to upset the hosts and revive their campaign. The Mourabitounes need a positive result away from home to improve the group’s momentum and strengthen their position in the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers.

The Mauritanian defence is likely to face sustained pressure from a lively Benin attack led by captain Steve Mounie. Their ability to contain the hosts’ forward players could prove central to the outcome of the match.

Probable line-ups

Benin are expected to start with Dandjinou in goal, behind a defence of Moumini, Hountondji, Tijani and Roche.

D’Almeida and Imourane are set to operate in midfield, with Olaitan and Dossou providing support in the attacking areas. Captain Mounie could lead the line alongside Tosin.

Benin: Dandjinou, Moumini, Hountondji, Tijani, Roche, D’Almeida, Imourane, Olaitan, Dossou, Mounie, Tosin.

Mauritania could name Niasse as goalkeeper, with Keita, El Abd, Ba and Abeid forming the defensive line.

Ngom and Mouhsine are expected to feature in midfield, while Bodda, Koita, Anne and Amar complete the probable starting XI.

Mauritania: Niasse, Keita, El Abd, Ba, Abeid, Ngom, Mouhsine, Bodda, Koita, Anne, Amar.