In their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, African heavyweights Senegal will host Togo in the sixth match of the qualification campaign at the Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade on Wednesday, March 26th, 2025. Africa Football editor Allan Damba looks into the upcoming match and provides his prediction and betting tips.
Match Overview
The Lions of Teranga failed to win their weekend qualifier against Sudan, as the two sides played out a goalless stalemate. This left them third in Group B with nine points from five matches. In the same group, they’ve drawn twice and are yet to lose, sitting two points behind leaders Sudan.
On the other hand, Togo also drew 2-2 with Mauritania on Saturday, courtesy of goals from Thibault Klidje and Kevin Denkey. They currently occupy fourth in the six-team group with four points from five matches.
Senegal Recent Form Analysis
While they have not been particularly vintage, the 2021/22 Africa Cup of Nations champions are unbeaten in their last five matches, winning three and drawing two across all competitions. They’ve scored seven goals and conceded just one.
- Last Five Games: 3 wins, 2 draws
- Latest Result: Sudan 0-0 Senegal
Togo Recent Form Analysis
Across all competitions, Togo have managed just one win in their last five matches, with three draws and one defeat. They’ve scored six goals and conceded five in that time.
- Last Five Games: 1 win, 3 draws, 1 loss
- Latest Result: Togo 2-2 Mauritania
Head to Head (Last Five Matches)
- Togo 0-0 Senegal
- Togo 1-1 Senegal
- Senegal 2-0 Togo
- Senegal 2-2 Togo
- Togo 3-1 Senegal
Our Prediction for Senegal vs Togo
Senegal will look to make use of their superior squad depth and home advantage to edge out Togo. They’ll also be eager to return to winning ways after their draw with Sudan. Punters should stake on a Home Win (1) with odds of 1.35 on 1xBet. Another smart bet would be on Both Teams to Score – No, with odds of 1.43 on 1xBet.
Player to Watch
Sadio Mané: The Senegalese talisman has scored 46 international goals in 114 appearances and will aim to extend his legacy when they host Togo. At Al-Nassr this season, the 32-year-old has registered nine goals and eight assists in 37 matches. He’ll undoubtedly be the biggest threat to Togo on Wednesday.
Best Odds and Betting Tips
- Home Win (1) – 1.35 on 1xBet
- Both Teams to Score – No – 1.43 on 1xBet
