Mauritania vs Senegal prediction and betting tips - June 9, 2024
One of the matches in the World Cup 2026 qualifying tournament will take place on Sunday in Nouakchott, where the Mauritania national team will host Senegal at the "Cheikh Ould Boïdiya" stadium. Here is the match forecast from the Dailysports team.
Mauritania
The Mauritania national team has significantly improved in recent years and deservedly participated in the continental tournament for the third consecutive time. Moreover, while their journey previously ended at the group stage, Amir Abdu's team made history by reaching the playoff stage in the latest edition. Despite losing to Burkina Faso and Angola in the opening rounds, Mourabitounes advanced to the playoffs thanks to a victory over Algeria. However, in the knockout match against Cape Verde, an 88th-minute penalty goal decided their fate. In three rounds of World Cup qualifying, Mauritania has only earned one point and occupies the last place in their group. Last Thursday, Mauritania hosted Sudan and lost 0-2.
Senegal
The "Lions of Teranga" won the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations but couldn't confirm their status this winter. However, Senegal played confidently in the group stage, securing maximum points against Cameroon, Guinea, and Gambia. In the first playoff round, Senegal faced a tough opponent in Côte d'Ivoire, and the quarterfinal spot was decided in a penalty shootout, where their opponents prevailed. In the ongoing World Cup 2026 qualifying tournament, Senegal hasn't had the best start, accumulating only five points from three matches. After defeating South Sudan 4-0 at home in the first round, the "Lions of Teranga" drew with Togo and DR Congo. Nonetheless, even five points are enough to hold second place in their group.
Interesting facts about the match and Head-to-head history
- In four matches between these teams, Senegal has secured three victories, losing only once.
- Both teams have not scored in any of the four encounters.
- All four meetings have seen the "Under 2.5 goals" bet come through.
Mauritania vs Senegal Prediction
Despite the match taking place on Mauritania's home turf, the "Lions of Teranga" are considered favorites. The odds for a guest victory are 1.73. Mauritania has won only once in their last 11 matches, so our bet is "Senegal to win."
