The last time these sides met in the Premier League was in November, when they played out a 1-1 draw. This time, they clash in the EFL Cup semi-finals, where Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior aims for his first win against a Premier League opponent.

It's EFL Cup semi-final action on Wednesday, January 14, as Chelsea host Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta will be aiming to maintain his impressive unbeaten record against the Blues.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🔹 Chelsea EFL Cup Form: Ended a five-match winless run with a 5-1 FA Cup thrashing of Charlton Athletic.

🔸 Arsenal EFL Cup Form: Have won eight of their last nine games, including a 4-1 FA Cup comeback against Portsmouth.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Chelsea have scored and conceded in each of their last seven matches.

🔥 Chelsea have netted in 12 consecutive home games.

🔥 Arsenal are on a 13-match scoring streak away from home.

🔥 Arsenal are unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Chelsea, last losing at Stamford Bridge in August 2018.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🔵Chelsea | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Rosenior’s reshuffled side showed attacking verve against Charlton, but defensively remained porous. With Caicedo suspended, the midfield balance will be tested against a strong Arsenal unit.

 

🔴Arsenal | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Mikel Arteta’s men are in ruthless form, fighting on four fronts. Their away scoring record is formidable, and they will be confident of exploiting Chelsea’s defensive vulnerabilities.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🔵Chelsea (possible):

Jorgensen, Gusto, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella, James, Fernandez, Estevao, Palmer, Neto, Delap.

 

🔴Arsenal (possible):

Kepa, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice, Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Cole Palmer — The creative heartbeat for Chelsea, crucial to unlocking Arsenal’s defence.

✨ Gabriel Martinelli — Fresh from a hat-trick, his pace will challenge Chelsea’s backline.

✨ Kepa — The former Chelsea keeper could start for Arsenal, adding a compelling subplot.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Chelsea/Home to win = 3.65

💵 Arsenal/Away to win = 2.18

💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.75

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.95

 

This first leg promises goals, with both teams in scoring form, but with defensive questions. Arsenal’s historical hold over Chelsea adds intrigue, but Rosenior will be desperate for a statement win.

Who do you think will take advantage? Could you tell us your prediction in the comments?

 

 

 

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The last time Senegal and Egypt met in a competitive fixture, the Lions of Teranga dumped the Pharaohs out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. This time, they meet again, only this time, in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final, with a place in the final at stake.

It's AFCON semi-final action on Wednesday, January 14, as Senegal aims for its third final in four editions while Egypt seeks revenge and a chance to claim a record-extending eighth title.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🐆 Senegal: 🟢🟢🟢🟡🟢

🦅 Egypt: 🟢🟢🟡🟢🟢

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Senegal are unbeaten in their last five AFCON matches.

🔥 Senegal has scored eleven goals in their five tournament matches.

🔥 Egypt needed extra time in the Round of 16 and narrowly won their quarter-final 3-2.

🔥 Senegal has won three of the last five meetings between these sides, including a World Cup qualifier in 2022.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🐆Senegal | Form: 🟢🟢🟢🟡🟢

Senegal will be aiming to reach their third AFCON final in the last four editions. They have shown they are a force at both ends of the pitch.

With eleven goals scored and three clean sheets in five matches, the Lions of Teranga combine attacking threat with defensive resilience. They will be confident against an Egyptian side they have historically matched up well against.

 

🦅Egypt | Form: 🟢🟢🟡🟢🟢

The seven-time champions have progressed but have not been convincing. They needed late winners in the group stage and extra time in the knockout rounds.

Vulnerabilities in defence were exposed in a 3-2 quarter-final win. The team will rely heavily on the form of Mohamed Salah, who has carried the scoring burden with four goals so far.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🐆Senegal (possible):

Mendy, Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhate, Diouf, Diarra, I.Gueye, P.Gueye, Ndiaye, Jackson, Mane.

 

🦅Egypt (possible):

El Shenawy, Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Fatouh, Attia, Fathi, Adel, Salah, Marmoush, Trezeguet.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Sadio Mane — The Senegalese captain has registered three assists, the most for his team. He will be the key source of creativity and inspiration.

✨ Mohamed Salah — With four goals, he is eyeing the Golden Boot and a place in Egypt's AFCON scoring history. He is the undeniable focal point for the Pharaohs.

✨ Pape Gueye — Crucial in midfield, his ability to control the game and contribute with goals, as shown against Sudan, will be vital.

✨ Omar Marmoush — The forward has scored twice in the tournament and will be essential in supporting Salah and challenging Senegal's strong defence.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Senegal to win = 2.11

💵 Egypt to win = 4.39

💵 Both teams to score (Yes) = 2,15

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 2.55

 

This clash presents a classic battle of consistency versus individual brilliance: a well-drilled and confident Senegal side faces an Egypt team reliant on its superstar to navigate to the final.

With history favouring Senegal and a record in sight for Salah, Tangier is set for a compelling AFCON semi-final night.

Who do you think will take the place in the final? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

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The last time Nigeria faced Morocco in a competitive match in 2018, they left with a heavy 4-0 defeat. This time, a free-scoring Super Eagles side arrives in Rabat, only this time, to face an Atlas Lions team with a fortress-like defence on home soil.

It's AFCON semifinal action on Wednesday, January 14, as Nigeria battles tournament hosts Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Morocco boss Walid Regragui will be aiming to guide his side to their first final on home soil.

 

📈Team Form📈

 

🔹 Nigeria: Perfect record, tournament's highest scorers with 14 goals.

🔸 Morocco: Unbeaten hosts, conceding only one goal (none from open play).

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Nigeria are on a five-match winning run at AFCON 2025.

🔥 Morocco have won four and drawn one of their last five matches.

🔥 Nigeria has scored in every match, averaging 2.8 goals per game.

🔥 While Morocco leads the H2H battle with 6 wins to Nigeria’s 4, Nigeria's last win over Morocco was a 2-0 victory at the 2000 AFCON.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🇳🇬Nigeria | Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Despite being pre-tournament underdogs, Eric Chelle's side can take heart from a flawless attacking display throughout, including a 2-0 win over Algeria.

They are the competition's most potent attack, but will face their toughest test against the best defence. With key midfielder Wilfred Ndidi suspended, their midfield balance will be crucial.

 

🇲🇦Morocco | Form: W🟢D🟡W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Walid Regragui's side extended their unbeaten run with a controlled 2-0 win over Cameroon. They boast a formidable defensive record and have Brahim Díaz, who has scored in five straight matches.

They will rely on home support and structured organization to neutralize Nigeria's explosive attack, with memories of a 1-0 victory against the Super Eagles from 2004 in mind.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🇳🇬Nigeria (possible):

Nwabali; Osayi-Samuel, Ajayi, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Onyeka, Onyedika, Iwobi; Lookman, Adams, Osimhen.

 

🇲🇦Morocco (possible):

Bono; Hakimi, Aguerd, Masina, Mazraoui; El Khannouss, El Aynaoui, Saibari; Díaz, Ezzalzouli, El Kaabi.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Victor Osimhen — The talisman for Nigeria's record attack⚡, aiming to breach Africa's tightest🔒 defence.

✨ Brahim Díaz — In sublime form🎯 with goals in every match for Morocco; the creative maestro.

✨ Alex Iwobi — A commanding🛡️ presence for Nigeria, key to penetrating Morocco's defence.

✨ Achraf Hakimi — The returning captain👨‍✈️ adds world-class quality to Morocco's flank.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Nigeria to win = 3.79

💵 Morocco to win = 2.26

💵 Draw = 3.18

💵 Over 1.5 Goals = 1.45

 

This clash presents a classic tournament duel: Nigeria's irresistible attack faces Morocco's immovable home defence.

With history offering a warning for the visitors, Rabat is set for a compelling AFCON semifinal night under the lights.

Who do you think will take the final spot? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

 

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