Follow the starting Lineups for Tunisia National Football Team vs Mali National Football Team and Live Match Score Results, AFCON 2023. View the confirmed and predicted lineup for each team before the kickoff.
Match Info: Today on Jan 20, Tunisia is playing Mali in the Group Stage of the Africa Nations Cup. The match will kick off at 20:00 UTC.
Tunisia vs Mali National Football Team Head-to-Head:
Tunisia and Mali have faced each other six times since January 2016, resulting in a balanced head-to-head record. Tunisia emerged victorious twice, while two matches concluded in a draw. Similarly, Mali secured two wins in this series. The most recent encounter transpired on March 29, 2022, during the Africa, 3rd round of the World Cup, concluding with a 0-0 draw.
| Date | Stage | Team | Score | Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 29, 2022 | Africa, 3rd round | Tunisia | 0 – 0 | Mali |
| Mar 25, 2022 | Africa, 3rd round | Mali | 0 – 1 | Tunisia |
| Jan 12, 2022 | Group F | Tunisia | 0 – 1 | Mali |
| Jun 15, 2021 | Friendly | Tunisia | 1 – 0 | Mali |
| Jun 28, 2019 | Group E | Tunisia | 1 – 1 | Mali |
| Jan 31, 2016 | Playoffs | Tunisia | 1 – 2 | Mali |
In the cumulative statistics of these six head-to-head matches, both Tunisia and Mali have scored a total of 4 goals each. Consequently, the overall head-to-head record between Tunisia and Mali reflects their closely contested recent history.
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Tunisia vs Mali Starting Lineups and Live Score
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Tunisia vs Mali National Football Team Match Preview
In their recent matches, Tunisia secured victories in 3 games against São Tomé and Príncipe, Malawi, and Cape Verde Islands, experienced 1 defeat to Namibia, and had 1 draw against Mauritania. Throughout these matches, Tunisia scored 2 goals and conceded 6 (2-6).
In the ongoing league season, Tunisia has faced challenges in scoring, averaging 0 goals per match. Remarkably disciplined, the home team received 0 yellow cards and 0 red cards, with an average of 11.00 fouls committed in each game. Tunisia maintains an average team rating of 6.66 per match and showcases proficient ball retention, boasting an impressive possession rate of 61.00% in this season.
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As for Mali, they enter this upcoming match with 3 wins in their last five encounters (against Chad, Guinea-Bissau, and South Africa), having no losses and 2 draws against the Central African Republic. In these fixtures, Mali scored 4 goals and conceded 12 (4-12).
In away games, Mali exhibited strong offensive capabilities, scoring an average of 2 goals per match and maintaining a solid defensive record by conceding none. The team received 3 yellow cards and 0 red cards, with a total of 14 fouls committed. Mali’s average team rating stands at 6.3 per match. However, their ball possession is relatively lower, averaging 46.00% overall in this season.
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Predicted Starting lineup for Tunisia vs Mali today
As we anticipate the upcoming Tunisia vs. Mali match, the predicted starting line-ups for both teams are yet to be officially announced. Based on their recent formations, it is likely that Tunisia will field the following players:
- Bechir Ben Said
- Ali Maaloul
- Montassar Talbi
- Yassine Meriah
- Wajdi Kechrida
- Anis Ben Slimane
- Mohamed Ben Romdhane
- Ellyes Skhiri
- Youssef Msakni
- Yassine Khenissi
- Elias Achouri
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Meanwhile, Mali is expected to start the game with the following predicted line-up:
- Djigui Diarra
- Falaye Sacko
- Sikou Niakate
- Kouyate Kiki
- Hamari Traore
- Aliou Dieng
- Amadou Haidara
- Kamory Doumbia
- Yves Bissouma
- Sekou Koita
- Lassine Sinayoko
Please stay tuned for the official confirmation of the starting line-ups for the Tunisia – Mali match as the teams finalize their formations.