Senegal vs Egypt – Expected Lineup and Team Updates

Senegal will play Egypt in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations this evening.

The winner will secure a spot in the final, with Senegal aiming for their third final in four AFCON tournaments.

The Lions of Teranga remain unbeaten in the competition, having defeated Mali 1-0 in the quarter-finals thanks to a goal from Iliman Ndiaye, who plays for Everton.

Egypt, a record seven-time AFCON winner, last claimed the title in 2010. Their most recent final appearance ended in a loss to Senegal in 2021.

SENEGAL VS. EGYPT
MANE VS. SALAH

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— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) January 10, 2026

Senegal team news

Senegal has a fully-fit squad for the semi-final. The team includes several Premier League players like Idrissa Gana Gueye and Ndiaye from Everton, Ismaila Sarr from Crystal Palace, El Hadji Malick Diouf from West Ham, and Habib Diarra from Sunderland.

Sadio Mane, a key player, has provided three assists in the tournament, just behind Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman. He will team up with Ndiaye and Nicolas Jackson from Bayern Munich to pose a threat to Egypt.

Senegal predicted lineup

Predicted Senegal XI: Mendy; Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhate, Diouf; Diarra, I.Gueye, P.Gueye; Ndiaye, Jackson, Mane.

What time is kick-off?

The match between Senegal and Egypt will take place at the Tangier Grand Stadium on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 5 PM GMT.

How to watch Senegal vs Egypt

Viewers in the UK can watch the match on E4, with coverage starting at 4:30 PM.