The Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals get underway this afternoon as pre-tournament favourites Senegal take on Burkina Faso for a place in the final.
Runners up in 2013 and third-placed in 2017, Burkina Faso could continue their upward trajectory and further consolidate their place towards the top of the African game by beating a team who, despite their riches in talent, have never lifted the AFCON.
Beating finalists in 2019, manager Aliou Cisse has barely had his team firing on all cylinders thus far but, crucially, Senegal are grinding their way through the tournament. It might not be pretty but, frankly, teams who win the top prizes on the international stage rarely are.
If Senegal can continue to absorb pressure and rely on their individuals, a second final in quick succession could await.
Date, kick-off time and venue:
The AFCON semi-final is scheduled for a 7pm GMT kick-off today, Wednesday, February 2, 2022.
The Stade Omnisport Ahmadou Ahidjo in Yaounde will host it.
Where to watch Burkina Faso vs Senegal
TV channel: Today’s game will be broadcast on BBC Three, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers will be able to watch the game through the Sky Go App. Elsewhere, both the BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website will provide live streams,
LIVE coverage: Get minute-by-minute updates through Standard Sport’s LIVE match blog.
Burkina Faso vs Senegal team news
Burkina Faso XI: Koffi, Kabore, E.Tapsoba, S.Ouattara, Yago, Blati, Guira, B.Traore, Sangare, Bayala, C.Ouattara
Senegal XI: E.Mendy, Sarr, Koulibaly, Diallo, Ciss, Gana Gueye, N.Mendy, Kouyate, Mane, Diedhiou, Dieng
Burkina Faso vs Senegal prediction
It seems to shame to go against Burkina Faso but Senegal have the look of a serious tournament team.
Senegal to win 2-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Burkina Faso wins: 2
Draws: 7
Senegal wins: 3
