Nicknamed, Teranga Lions, Senegal are much fancied to win to this African Cup of Nations with their huge amount of talent from the European Leagues. It come at a huge suprise when they failed to qualify for Angola 2010. However, Zambia cannot be ruled out as they have become a regular fixture at the African Cup of Nations qualifying for 11 of the last 12 tournaments. It will be much expected for Senegal to take this victory in this game and with their squad it is hard to look any other way.
Senegal are filled with tonnes of talent and are probably the closest you'll come to 'household' names in the African Cup of Nations. With the likes of Newcastle's, Demba Ba and new signing Papiss Demba Cisse leading the attack they are force to be dealt with. Although the defence is also strong with Soulemayne Diawara of Marsielle being a key part of it.
The Captain of the side is Mamadou N'iang, who is most famous for playing Marsielle, however he now plys his trade in Qatar playing for Al-Saad. Another recognisable face from the Premier League is Latics midfielder, Mohamed Diame, who has being influential in the Wigan midfield. On the other hand, Zambia have only player currently playing in Europe, Emmanuel Mayuka who plays for Young boys of the Swiss league. However the only player to have embraced the Premier League is forward, Collins Mbesuma, who played for Portsmouth between 2005-07.
Prediction: Senegal 3-1 Zambia
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