<p>The two nations will square off in the first of two semi-finals on Thursday, January 15, at 04:00 AEDT. It will be a game between two African <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/soccer">soccer betting</a> powerhouses, which adds further appeal for bettors.</p> <p>Let's take a look at the upcoming game in a little further detail as we provide you with our Senegal vs Egypt betting predictions.</p> <h2>Senegal vs Egypt Betting Preview</h2> <p>Senegal have been one of the toughest opponents to score against in this year's AFCON, conceding just two goals all tournament. One was in the group phase (1-1 DR Congo), the other was in the Round of 16 (3-1 Sudan).</p> <p>On top of having a mean defence, they've been prolific. Following their 1-0 victory over Mali in the quarter-finals, they have now scored 11 times in this year's competition. <strong>Iliman Ndiaye</strong> scored his first goal of the tournament against Mali, while <strong>Pape Gueye, Nicolas Jackson</strong>, and <strong>Cherif Ndiaye</strong> each have two. <strong>Sadio Mane</strong> and <strong>Ibrahim Mbaye</strong> have one.</p> <p>Egypt secured their place in the semi-finals after defeating the Ivory Coast 3-2.<strong> Omar Marmoush</strong> and<strong> Ramy Rabia</strong> gave them a 2-0 lead before an own goal by <strong>Ahmed Abou El Fotouh</strong> made it 2-1 at half-time. <strong>Mohamed Salah</strong> would restore their two-goal lead before Guela Doue pulled one back.</p> <p>The Egyptians have been strong, with Salah scoring four goals in this tournament, with Marmoush on two. <strong>Marwan Attia, Rabia,</strong> and <strong>Yasser Ibrahim</strong> have each scored once. Before the six goals scored in their two knockout games, they managed just three in the group stage. However, goals haven't been conceded; they've let just five in across their five games.</p> <h2>Senegal vs Egypt Betting Predictions</h2> <p>Looking ahead of this encounter, the <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/soccer/international-soccer/caf-african-cup-of-nations/senegal-v-egypt-10032379">Senegal vs Egypt betting odds</a> have <strong>Senegal as the favourite</strong>. Is there value in this pick, or is it worth considering Egypt?</p> <p>When examining the head-to-head between these two nations, it makes for interesting reading:</p> <ul> <li>Egypt wins: 7</li> <li>Draw: 2</li> <li>Senegal wins: 6</li> </ul> <p>This H2H suggests that it could be anyone's game when they meet on Thursday. Of course, with superstars playing for both nations, it's no surprise that this game offers potential betting opportunities.</p> <p>It's going to be the toughest opponent by some distance that Senegal have had to face in the 2025 AFCON competition. Despite the fact that Egypt only just managed to overcome the challenge of the Ivory Coast, they did enough and should step up once again.</p> <p>We think<strong> Egypt will win,</strong> though it will be a close game. We do think <strong>Egypt will need additional time</strong> to secure the win, with penalties offering value. Based on his tournament form, we think <strong>Mohamed Salah</strong> will be <strong>good value to score at any time.</strong></p> <h2>Keep Reading</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/soccer-news/africa-cup-of-nations-betting-guide">Your complete guide to betting on the Africa Cup of Nations</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/soccer-news/most-goals-football-history">The players who've found the net more than anyone else in history</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/soccer-news/most-trophies-football-history">Which footballers have won the most silverware of all time?</a></li> </ul>