Mali vs South Africa: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 January

Betiball's prediction for Mali vs South Africa on 16 January 2024 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Mali vs South Africa preview before placing your bet.

Mali vs South Africa: Starting Lineups Time : 16/01/2024 16:00

Mali
2 - 0
Finished
South Africa
90+4' event Lassana Coulibaly
87' event Boubacar Traore / Amadou Haidara
87' event Nene Dorgeles / Sekou Koita
86' event Ibrahim Sissoko / Lassine Sinayoko
78' event Fousseni Diabate / Aliou Dieng
66' event Lassine Sinayoko
60' event Hamari Traore
58' event Lassana Coulibaly / Yves Bissouma
43' event Boubakar Kouyate
18' event Sikou Niakate
event 87' Thapelo Morena / Thapelo Maseko
event 77' Siyanda Xulu
event 74' Mihlali Mayambela / Themba Zwane
event 73' Zakhele Lerato Lepasa / Evidence Makgopa
event 58' Mothobi Mvala
event 18' Percy Tau
event 17' Thapelo Maseko Penalty awarded
90+4' event Lassana Coulibaly
event 87' Thapelo Morena / Thapelo Maseko
87' event Boubacar Traore / Amadou Haidara
event 77' Siyanda Xulu
87' event Nene Dorgeles / Sekou Koita
event 74' Mihlali Mayambela / Themba Zwane
86' event Ibrahim Sissoko / Lassine Sinayoko
event 73' Zakhele Lerato Lepasa / Evidence Makgopa
78' event Fousseni Diabate / Aliou Dieng
event 58' Mothobi Mvala
66' event Lassine Sinayoko
event 18' Percy Tau
60' event Hamari Traore
event 17' Thapelo Maseko Penalty awarded
58' event Lassana Coulibaly / Yves Bissouma
43' event Boubakar Kouyate
18' event Sikou Niakate
Mali Mali
Substitutions
#27 Nene Dorgeles
#19 Fousseni Diabate
#11 Lassana Coulibaly
#24 Boubacar Traore
#9 Ibrahim Sissoko
#18 Youssoufou Niakate
#22 Aboubacar Doumbia
#3 Amadou Dante
#1 Ismael Diawara
#7 Moussa Doumbia
#15 Mamadou Fofana
#21 Adama Traore
Mali Mali South Africa South Africa
16Shots12
7Shots on Goal6
14Fouls11
2Corner Kick3
0Offside1
3Yellow card2
26Aerial16
6Save5
28Successful Tackles13
11Interceptions9
1Assist0
9Shots off goal6
12Head Success9
3Blocked1
28Tackle13
3Dribbles7
16Throw-in27
403Passes482
102Attacks97
29Dangerous attacks29
1Corner Kicks(HT)2
South Africa South Africa
Substitutions
#23 Thapelo Morena
#21 Mihlali Mayambela
#17 Zakhele Lerato Lepasa
#7 Oswin Reagan Appollis
#8 Jayden Adams
#22 Ricardo Goss
#19 Nkosinathi Sibisi
#2 Nyiko Mobbie
#16 Veli Mothwa
#3 Terrence Mashego
#15 Thabang Monare
#18 Grant Kekana
Commentary
90+4' Lassana Coulibaly - Mali receive a yellow card
87' Mali — substitution: Boubacar Traore / Amadou Haidara
87' Mali — substitution: Nene Dorgeles / Sekou Koita
87' South Africa — substitution: Thapelo Morena / Thapelo Maseko
86' Mali — substitution: Ibrahim Sissoko / Lassine Sinayoko
78' Mali — substitution: Fousseni Diabate / Aliou Dieng
77' Siyanda Xulu - South Africa receive a yellow card
74' South Africa — substitution: Mihlali Mayambela / Themba Zwane
73' South Africa — substitution: Zakhele Lerato Lepasa / Evidence Makgopa
66' Goal! Lassine Sinayoko - Mali
60' Goal! Hamari Traore - Mali
58' Mali — substitution: Lassana Coulibaly / Yves Bissouma
58' Mothobi Mvala - South Africa receive a yellow card
43' Boubakar Kouyate - Mali receive a yellow card
18' Sikou Niakate - Mali receive a yellow card
18' Penalty missed! Percy Tau - South Africa
17' VAR review - South Africa

How We Build the Mali vs South Africa Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Mali vs South Africa on 16 January 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Mali vs South Africa Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Mali's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against South Africa's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Mali and South Africa sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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