Senegal vs D.R. Congo Prediction
The Africa Cup of Nations Group D encounter between Senegal and DR Congo takes place on Saturday, 27 December 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 at the Stade de Tanger. Both sides enter the fixture on three points after a single group match: Senegal sit top of the group on goal difference following a 3:0 victory, while DR Congo occupy second place after a 1:0 opening win. The meeting promises to be pivotal for group standings and momentum as both teams seek to consolidate their positions early in the competition. This preview offers a considered betting prediction for the match and outlines additional complementary tips based on form, head-to-head history and the tactical profiles evident in recent performances.
In forming a betting prediction for this contest, emphasis is placed on Senegal’s recent attacking potency, the favorable head-to-head record against DR Congo, and the tournament context that is likely to encourage both teams to seek a positive result. The main recommendation is a win for Senegal, with supplementary selections addressing goal occurrence and a projected scoreline.
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Main Tip: Correct Score 1-0
Our main tip bothers on the correct scoreline of this match, and we are tilting towards a 1:0 prediction. This prediction combines confidence in a Senegal victory with a conservative estimate of DR Congo’s attacking threat. While Over 2.5 is a plausible scenario, a tightly contested match with Senegal edging DR Congo by a single goal is also realistic, given tournament caution and the stakes associated with group stage fixtures. This scoreline aligns with Senegal’s clean-sheet capability demonstrated in their first match and DR Congo’s tendency to produce narrow wins. It is a balanced, lower-risk correct score forecast for those who prefer precise outcome betting. The odd for this outcome on Betwinner is 5.00.
Betting Tip 2: Both teams score? No
While DR Congo are efficient and undefeated in recent form, their scoring margin has been narrower compared to Senegal’s. Senegal kept a clean sheet in their last match (3:0 versus Botswana), and the combination of a robust defence and momentum may impede DR Congo’s ability to find the net in this fixture. Given Senegal’s capacity to limit opposition chances and DR Congo’s comparatively lower goal tally from the opening match, a match where DR Congo fail to score is a credible outcome. This selection is also consistent with a prediction that Senegal will control the game and possibly secure a low-scoring victory. The best odd for this outcome is 1.60.
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Betting Tip 3: Senegal Win (Tip 1)
Senegal arrive as the marginal favourites on multiple counts. They top Group D with a 3:0 win and have demonstrated greater offensive efficiency in their opening fixture. Historically, Senegal have dominated encounters with DR Congo in recent years, claiming four wins and one draw in the last five meetings. The psychological advantage of that record, together with a balanced squad capable of controlling tempo and creating opportunities, supports the conclusion that they are likelier to secure all three points. Additionally, Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has overseen a productive run in recent matches, contributing to a generally favourable current form. The best odds for Senegal win is 1.81 on Betwinner.
Statistics for Senegal vs DR Congo
Senegal team news!
Senegal currently top Group D with 3 points from 1 match, registering one win, no draws and no defeats, and a goals tally of 3:0. Their record at this neutral venue for the tournament stage is listed as 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats, reflecting that group-stage home/away metrics are not applicable in the usual sense for matches played at tournament-assigned stadiums. Coach Pape Thiaw has guided the team into the competition in good form: over the last five matches across all competitions Senegal have recorded four wins and one defeat. The manager’s selection decisions and tactical setup will be central to how Senegal seek to impose themselves in this fixture.
DR Congo team news!
DR Congo occupy second place in Group D with 3 points, having won their opening match 1:0, leaving them with a goals tally of 1:0. Their official away record for the group stage stands at 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats, a reflection of tournament venue designation. The DR Congo squad arrives unbeaten in recent form — five wins in their last five matches across all competitions — indicating strong confidence and consistency. The team’s coach is not specified in the provided material (Coach DR Congo: -). Tactically, DR Congo have shown resilience and efficiency, and they will seek to translate that into another positive result against a strong Senegalese side.
H2H statistics
The head-to-head record between these nations strongly favours Senegal over the most recent five meetings: Senegal have won four times, with one match ending in a draw and none in favour of DR Congo. The last direct meeting ended 3:2 to Senegal, underlining both Senegal’s propensity to prevail and the potential for goals when these sides meet. Historical dominance by Senegal is an important contextual factor when assessing likely match dynamics.
Last results Senegal
In their last five matches across all competitions, Senegal have achieved four wins and suffered one defeat, with no draws. The current form line indicates a team largely in positive momentum, capable of scoring and maintaining defensive stability as required.
Last results DR Congo
DR Congo’s most recent run is impressive on paper: five wins, zero draws and zero defeats in the last five matches across all competitions. The team’s current form is therefore excellent, combining consistency and winning mentality that must be respected by any opponent.
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Conclusion
Senegal enter this fixture as favourites based on recent form, head-to-head superiority and a convincing opening win in the group. DR Congo’s unbeaten run and efficient results, however, make them a dangerous opponent likely to defend resolutely and counter when opportunities arise. On balance, the recommendation favours a Senegal victory , with a correct score of 1-0, accompanied by a prediction that both teams will not score and that a full time victory for Senegal.
