AFCON: Mali vs Burkina Faso Prediction

EXPECTED XI

Mali

PREDICTED XI (4-1-2-1-2): Diarra; H. Traore, Kouyate, Niakate, M. Diarra; Samassekou; Coulibaly, Camara; Doumbia; Sinayoko, A. Traore

Burkina Faso

PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Koffi; Kabore, Dayo, E. Tapsoba, Yago; Sangare, Ouedraogo; Traore, A. Tapsoba, Badolo; Ouattara

PREDICTION

These two teams boast strong midfields, but their goal-scoring prowess has been somewhat lacking. Notably, the combined goal tally from their three group stage matches in this competition amounted to just seven. Mali secured the top spot in a competitive group featuring South Africa and Namibia, while Burkina Faso suffered a defeat to Angola in their final group outing. While Mali may carry a slight advantage in quality heading into Tuesday's match, a wise bet would be on a low-scoring contest.