Both nations have played six matches each in this AFCON, and the total number of goals conceded combined is just three, Senegal have allowed two, while Morocco have conceded only one throughout the entire campaign.

This clash truly represents a battle between the two strongest defences of the tournament, and on fine margins the edge leans toward Morocco. Details will be decisive, but Morocco benefit from home-ground advantage and have managed injuries to key players more effectively. Senegal, by contrast, are significantly weakened defensively, missing their captain Kalidou Koulibaly due to injury, as well as key defensive midfielder Diarra, who is suspended after accumulating yellow cards.