Mali vs South Africa Preview & Prediction | 2023 Africa Cup of Nations | Group Stage
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THE FACTS
When is Mali vs South Africa on and what time does it start? Mali vs South Africa will take place on Tuesday 16th January, 2024 – 20:00 (UK)
Where can I get tickets for Mali vs South Africa? Visit each club’s official website for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Mali vs South Africa on in the UK? Mali vs South Africa will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream Mali vs South Africa in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Mali vs South Africa live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
MALI
Eric Chelle has already had to make a change to his squad ahead of their opening group stage encounter against South Africa. Former Newcastle United defender Massadio Haidara has had to withdraw due to injury and he has been replaced by Amadou Dante.
PREDICTED XI (4-3-3): Diawara; Traore, Kouyate, Niakite, Sacko; Samassekou, Bissouma, Camara; K.Doumbia, Sissoko, M.Doumbia
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QUESTIONABLE:
SOUTH AFRICA
Former Belgium international defender and Cameroon boss, Hugo Broos, has a fully fit South African squad for this opening encounter of the Africa Cup of Nations as they take on Mali on Tuesday evening.
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Williams; Mudau, Xulu, Sibisi, Modiba; Mokoena, Sithole; Tau, Zwane, Makgoba; Lepasa
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THE PREDICTION
Mali have a very impressive central midfield for this opening encounter against South Africa as they boast the likes of Diadie Samassekou, Yves Bissouma and Mohamed Camara. The Malians lack a bit of thrust and precision in attack but will be confident of going deep into this tournament. They now face a South African side that have improved in the last 12-18 months but this is a very tough test and a low-scoring Malian victory would appear the likeliest outcome for this one.
TIP: MALI TO WIN & UNDER 3.5 GOALS
