Mali vs Côte d'Ivoire Preview | AFCON 2023

PREDICTED LINE-UPS

Mali

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

Côte d'Ivoire

PREDICTED XI (4-5-1): Fofana; Aurier, Kossounou, Ndicka, Konan; Diakite, Sangare, Seri, Fofana, Gradel; Haller

PREDICTION

Mali delivered an impressive performance recently, securing a 2-1 victory over Burkina Faso, the 2022 semi-finalists. Despite possessing a robust midfield, the Malians have struggled with offensive efficiency, with Lassine Sinayoko shining in their recent triumph. Up against Côte d'Ivoire, the hosts who advanced to the knockout stage as one of the better third-placed teams, Mali faces a team led by caretaker boss Emerse Fae. The Ivorians, having ousted the defending champions on penalties in the round of 16, exude confidence and, coupled with home advantage, are fancied for the win here.