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The 5 key players in Senegal vs Botswana

ساديو ماني/@apnews

2021 African champions Senegal kick off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a clash against Botswana on December 23, 2025 at 3pm GMT. Here are the 5 players to watch in this showdown.

Sadio Mané (Senegal)

Always expected to carry the team on his shoulders when things get tough, Sadio Mané must once again give everything to take his country as far as possible in the tournament.

Lamine Camara (Senegal)

Highly active whether playing for his club or the national team, Lamine Camara can provide the extra spark needed in the Lions of Teranga attack. The Monaco man is also a threat on set pieces.

Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)

He is the leader of the Lions of Teranga defense. Any team aiming for a deep run in the tournament needs a rock-solid backline. With Al-Hilal's central defender, Senegal have total security at the back.

Tumisang Orebonye (Botswana)

Six goals in around fifty caps, he will be the number one weapon for the Zebras during this AFCON. If Botswana dreams of pulling off an upset, they can count on him.

Keoagile Kgosipula (Botswana)

Having started as goalkeeper in Botswana's last three outings, he faces the daunting task of standing up to Senegal's attacking armada. Their hopes of a miracle rest on him.