Senegal aim to strengthen position against Sudan in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying

Senegal travel to face Sudan on Monday, 16 November 2026, in the fourth round of qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations 2027, with the Lions looking to build on their 4-1 first-leg victory.

The match will kick off at 13:00 GMT at Juba Stadium in Juba, South Sudan. It will be broadcast by Canal+ Sport Afrique, RTS in Senegal and beIN Sports.

Senegal lead the group with seven points and have scored six goals while conceding two. Their recent record stands at three wins, one draw and one defeat in their past five matches, leaving them in strong form as they seek another positive result.

Sudan are third in the group on three points. They have scored three goals and conceded eight, while their last five matches have produced one win, two draws and two defeats. They will hope home advantage can help them withstand the challenge posed by the Lions.

The two sides have met five times over the past five years, with Senegal unbeaten during that period. The Lions have recorded three victories and two draws, including the most recent encounter on 12 November 2026, when they won 4-1.

That result has reinforced Senegal’s position as favourites before the latest meeting. Boukary Drame said: “The Senegalese are favourites.”

Match details

Date: Monday, 16 November 2026 Kick-off: 13:00 GMT Venue: Juba Stadium, Juba, South Sudan Broadcast: Canal+ Sport Afrique, RTS (Senegal), beIN Sports

Senegal’s form, group position and commanding result in the first meeting all point towards another advantage for the leaders. A further victory for the Lions is considered a likely outcome.

The published prediction is a 2-1 win for Senegal.

Odds supplied by 1xbet list Sudan at 12.50 to win, with a draw priced at 5.40 and Senegal at 1.27.