Namibia and Mali wrap up their AFCON 2023 group stage against each other with both sides needing a win to qualify for the knockouts.
Namibia are currently third in Group E with a win and defeat in their two games. But the African side will be hoping to spring a surprise against Mali and swap places with their opposition when the two sides meet in Qatar.
Mali, on the other hand, are yet to lose a game in Group E as they are seeded at the summit of the table. But with South Africa facing a winless Tunisia, Mali wouldn't want to rely on anyone else and secure a Round of 16 spot with a win.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channels, streaming details and more.
Namibia vs Mali kick-off time
| Date: | January 24, 2024 |
| Kick-off time: | 5:00 pm GMT |
| Venue: | Stade Laurent Pokou |
Namibia and Mali will face off at the Stade Laurent Pokou on January 24, 2024, with kick-off scheduled at 5:00 pm GMT in the UK.
How to watch Namibia vs Mali online - TV channels & live streams
The CAF AFCON clash between Namibia and Mali will be available on Sky Sports Football in the UK. Viewers can also get live updates on GOAL's Live Match Centre.
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Team news & squads
Namibia team news
Namibian forward Peter Shalulile is back in contention for the Brave Warriors after recovering from the injury that put question marks on his involvement in the tournament while the duo of Bethuel Muzeu and Ngero Katua could be awarded starts after some impressive substitute performances.
Namibia predicted XI: Kazapua; Nyambe, Amutenya, Haukongo, Hanamub; Petrus; Muzeu, Katua, Tjiueza, Hotto; Shalulile
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Kazapua, Maova, Ndisiro |
| Defenders: | Amutenya, Gebhardt, Hambira, Hanamub, Haoseb, Haukongo, Kamberipa, Nyambe, Petrus |
| Midfielders: | Kambato, Katua, Papama, Rudath, Shitembi, Tjiueza |
| Forwards: | Hotto, Limbondi, Kamatuka, Muzeu, Shalulile |
Mali team news
Spurs star Yves Bissouma was on the bench for Mali's previous game but he's touted to return to the engine room with no injury concerns as they'll set up in a 4-3-1-2.
The duo of Lassine Sinayoko and Sekou Koita will lead the forward battery for Mali with the former netting three goals in two games in the tournament.
Mali predicted XI: Diarra; Traore, Kouyate, Niakate, Sacko; Dieng, Bissouma, Haidara; Doumbia; Sinayoko, Koita
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Diawara, Diarra, Doumbia |
| Defenders: | Traoré, Dante, Kouyaté, Niakaté (Sikou), Niakaté (Youssoufou), Sacko, Fofana |
| Midfielders: | Haidara, Samassékou, Bissouma, Coulibaly, Camara, Traoré (Adama), Dieng, Traoré (Boubacar) |
| Forwards: | Doumbia (Moussa), Sissoko, Doucouré, Diabaté, Koïta, Sinayoko, Dorgeles |
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Nov 2020 | Namibia 1-2 Mali | AFCON Qualification |
| 14 Nov 2020 | Mali 1-0 Namibia | AFCON Qualification |