Mali vs Senegal Prediction 30 August 2026

    🔈Which players can take on leadership in defense? The names of the best defenders will become known after the showdown between the teams Mali and Senegal, which will take place on 30 August at 18:30 in the "FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers" tournament. After a thorough analysis of the match, we are ready to share our predictions regarding its possible outcome.

    Head-to-Head

    📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams Mali and Senegal:

    • played 5 matches;
    • wins (including extra time): 1 for today's home team and 4 for the guests;
    • the home team averages 67.4 points per match, the guests - 75.6;
    • average total match points - 143.

    The last confrontation took place on 23 August 2025 at the venue of Mali and ended with a score of 87:80.

    Head-to-head statistics Mali - Senegal

    20%
    1 Win
    80%
    4 Wins
    23.08.25
    FIBA Africa Championship
    Mali
    Mali
    Senegal
    Senegal
    88
    80
    19
    22
    24
    13
    24
    23
    21
    22
    16.08.25
    FIBA Africa Championship
    Senegal
    Senegal
    Mali
    Mali
    80
    70
    14
    18
    18
    22
    21
    20
    27
    10
    17.08.23
    Olympic Games, QF
    Senegal
    Senegal
    Mali
    Mali
    74
    71
    19
    16
    14
    22
    16
    16
    25
    17
    23.02.19
    World Cup Qualification, Africa
    Senegal
    Senegal
    Mali
    Mali
    62
    38
    17
    12
    22
    10
    16
    13
    7
    3
    15.09.18
    World Cup Qualification, Africa
    Mali
    Mali
    Senegal
    Senegal
    71
    82
    20
    20
    17
    17
    12
    26
    22
    19
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    Mali Team Overview

    📊The Mali team went through the last ten-game stretch, leaving behind a trail of splendid games and unforgettable moments. 7 wins and 3 losses are the figures that can be seen in this segment in the post-match protocols.

    🏀The athletes demonstrated outstanding offensive qualities, scoring 793 points during this time, and maintaining an average score of 79.3 points per game. This result is not only due to individual skill but also the skillful combination of efforts by the entire team.

    🚧The defense also deserves attention, as with 75.5 points conceded, the team confirmed its reliability and cohesion in defensive actions. Every mistake in defense was thoroughly analyzed to improve the game.

    ❕The successes at the home venue are especially noteworthy, where 82.6 points were scored in the last 10 matches. This speaks to the team's extraordinary ability to interact and dominate when they play at home.

    Match Results: Mali

    29.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    DR Congo
    DR Congo
    Mali
    Mali
    76
    101
    19
    26
    17
    22
    15
    31
    25
    22
    W
    27.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Mali
    Mali
    Ivory Coast
    Ivory Coast
    77
    83
    21
    27
    12
    14
    18
    16
    26
    26
    L
    05.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Angola
    Angola
    Mali
    Mali
    88
    74
    21
    21
    22
    20
    22
    17
    23
    16
    L
    04.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Mali
    Mali
    Uganda
    Uganda
    82
    59
    18
    11
    21
    14
    21
    18
    22
    16
    W
    02.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Egypt
    Egypt
    Mali
    Mali
    70
    78
    19
    21
    16
    22
    11
    15
    24
    20
    W
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    Senegal Team Overview

    📊Playing away always poses special challenges, but the team Senegal managed to overcome them with dignity, achieving 7 victories in a stretch of 10 matches. These achievements were made possible not only by the individual skills of the players but also by their ability to work as a single organism.

    🏀The total number of points scored over the same period - 865 points - highlights the efficiency of the team's attack, which does not lose its potential even in the absence of home support.

    🚧The defensive play, with the team averaging 71.7 points conceded, deserves special attention. In away matches, where every detail matters, the club demonstrated high concentration and mutual support.

    Match Results: Senegal

    29.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Senegal
    Senegal
    Angola
    Angola
    84
    82
    18
    20
    25
    26
    20
    17
    21
    19
    W
    27.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Egypt
    Egypt
    Senegal
    Senegal
    76
    67
    13
    17
    30
    17
    21
    17
    12
    16
    L
    05.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    DR Congo
    DR Congo
    Senegal
    Senegal
    63
    89
    21
    24
    23
    19
    8
    22
    11
    24
    W
    04.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Senegal
    Senegal
    Madagascar
    Madagascar
    101
    59
    28
    17
    24
    11
    24
    12
    25
    19
    W
    02.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Ivory Coast
    Ivory Coast
    Senegal
    Senegal
    72
    85
    16
    29
    20
    26
    20
    15
    16
    15
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    Prediction for the 1st quarter

    Head-to-Head Matches:

    • Total encounters - 5;
    • First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 0; for the visitors on the road - 1;
    • Average total points in the first quarter: 35.4;
    • Today's home team averages 17, while the visitors average 18.4.

    First Quarter Stats: Mali (home) vs Senegal (away)

    • Tournament matches played: 4 vs 4;
    • Number of wins: 2 (50%) vs 4 (100%);
    • Number of losses: 2 (50%) vs 0 (0%);
    • Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%).
    • Average points scored: 21 vs 23;
    • Average points conceded: 20 vs 17.25.

    Last 10 Matches (Overall):

    • Number of wins: 5 vs 8;
    • Number of losses: 4 vs 2;
    • Number of draws: 1 vs 0;
    • Average first quarter total: 39.6 (scored - 20.4, conceded - 19.2) vs 41.7 (scored - 23, conceded - 18.7).
    Trends
    • Senegal won the 1st quarter in last 6 away games.
    👉Prediction: 1st Quarter Senegal Win

    Editorial Prediction

    Key statistics:
    • Senegal won with a -1.5 points handicap in 6 of last 7 games (FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers).

    Senegal Handicap (-1,5)
    Published: 30/08/2026, 08:20

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    Betting Tips: Mali - Senegal

    Mali won the 3rd quarter:
    mali-2in 7 of last 8 games (FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers).
    3rd Quarter Mali Win
    +109
    Senegal won the 1st quarter:
    senegal-3in last 6 away games.
    1st Quarter Senegal Win
    -133
    Under 79.5 points in the 1st half:
    mali-2senegal-3in last 5 Mali games against Senegal.
    mali-2in 14 of last 16 Mali home games.
    1st Half Total Under 79,5
    -114
    Mali scored under 20.5 points in the 1st quarter:
    mali-2senegal-3in last 5 games against Senegal.
    1st Quarter, Mali Total points Under (20,5)
    -175
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    Mali - Senegal Table position

    Group stage Group F
    gWLPForm
    1.
    Ivory Coast
    Ivory Coast
    87115
    2.
    Senegal
    Senegal
    86214
    3.
    Mali
    Mali
    86214
    4.
    Angola
    Angola
    85313
    5.
    Egypt
    Egypt
    84412
    6.
    DR Congo
    DR Congo
    82610