Dakar SC vs Sonacos Prediction: A low scoring encounter expected

The Senegal Premier League is set to recommence after a nearly month-long hiatus prompted by the AFCON tournament. One of the notable Saturday fixtures will feature Dakar SC hosting Sonacos at Stade Alassane Djigo. In their previous encounter, Dakar SC secured a 0-2 victory on the road. What will be the outcome of this upcoming match?

Dakar SC is currently on a winless streak of four matches in the league leading up to this upcoming encounter. In the previous fixture, the hosts played to a goalless draw against US Goree. Earlier matches included a defeat to Generation Foot, as well as two 1-1 draws against Guediawaye and Diambars. Notably, Dakar SC has managed only one league victory since late November 2023, which occurred in an away match against Linguere, spanning a total of nine matches. Despite this, in the league standings, Dakar SC holds the 5th position with 20 points accumulated from 13 matches.

Despite a challenging start to the season, Sonacos has significantly improved week after week leading up to the AFCON break. As they approach this upcoming away match, Sonacos currently boasts an unbeaten streak of five matches, with two victories and three draws. Their triumphs came against Jamono Fatick and Ouakam, while matches against Linguere, Diambars, and Guediawaye concluded in draws. Throughout this period, Sonacos managed to score six goals but conceded four as well. Considering their overall season performance, Sonacos is currently positioned in the 9th spot with 15 points, trailing their upcoming opponent, Dakar SC, by five points.

The home team, Dakar SC, holds the upper hand in this fixture, having not suffered a single defeat in the last five encounters. Their superiority in this matchup suggests that they are likely to emerge victorious. Additionally, considering the historical outcomes of this fixture, it is anticipated that this match will conclude with a low score, with only Dakar SC expected to score in this encounter.