How and Where to Watch: Senegal vs Sudan LIVE on beIN SPORTS

Senegal and Sudan meet in a crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, with both nations competing for the top two places in Group J. Patrick Vieira's Lions of Teranga are looking to maintain their unbeaten start, while Sudan hopes to recover from a heavy defeat against Mozambique.

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Senegal vs. Sudan: How and Where to Watch LIVE

Senegal will host Sudan on Thursday, November 12, for Matchday 3 of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers.

The encounter will take place at Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor in Dakar, Senegal, with kickoff scheduled for 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT.

Fans in the United States can follow the match through beIN SPORTS CONNECT, with English-language streaming coverage beginning at 1:50 PM ET.

Senegal enters the encounter with four points from two matches, while Sudan has collected three. Mozambique also has four points, making Group J one of the most competitive sections of the qualifying campaign.

How Senegal Comes Into the Match

Senegal enters Thursday's encounter looking to extend its unbeaten start under head coach Patrick Vieira.

The Lions of Teranga began their qualification campaign with a 1-1 draw against Mozambique on September 25.

Nicolas Jackson opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, but Geny Catamo equalized shortly before halftime to deny Vieira a victory in his first competitive match in charge.

Four days later, Senegal secured its first three points with a 1-0 away victory over Ethiopia.

Ibrahim Mbaye scored the decisive goal in the 11th minute after receiving a pass from Jackson.

For the November double-header, Vieira has selected a squad combining experienced internationals with several emerging players.

Kalidou Koulibaly, Lamine Camara, Pape Matar Sarr, Iliman Ndiaye, and Jackson are among the available options.

However, Senegal will be without Sadio Mané and Idrissa Gana Gueye, while Ismaïla Sarr, Assane Diao, and Abdallah Sima are also unavailable.

The hosts will now attempt to build on their victory over Ethiopia and strengthen their position in Group J.

How Sudan Comes Into the Match

Sudan travels to Dakar looking to recover from a difficult result in its previous qualifier.

The team coached by James Kwesi Appiah began its campaign with a 1-0 victory over Ethiopia on September 25.

After a closely contested encounter, Mohamed Eisa scored the winning goal in the 86th minute to secure an important opening victory.

However, Sudan suffered a 4-1 away defeat against Mozambique four days later.

Witi opened the scoring for Mozambique before Chamito, who scored twice, and Guima extended the advantage.

Yaser Hamed converted a late penalty to score Sudan's only goal, but the visitors were unable to mount a comeback.

With three points from two games, Sudan remains firmly involved in the qualification race.

The Falcons of Jediane will attempt to produce a more disciplined performance against one of Africa's traditional powerhouses.

Senegal vs. Sudan: A Crucial Battle in Group J

The qualifying campaign remains extremely competitive after the opening two rounds.

Senegal and Mozambique have collected four points each, while Sudan follows with three. Ethiopia remains without a point.

The top two teams will qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

The two nations also share recent tournament history. On January 3, 2026, Senegal defeated Sudan 3-1 in the knockout stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with Pape Gueye scoring twice and Ibrahim Mbaye adding the third goal.

Thursday's encounter offers Sudan an opportunity to challenge that recent record.

Both teams will meet again on Monday, November 16, with Sudan designated as the home side.

With only one point separating Senegal and Sudan, the double-header could significantly influence their chances of reaching the continental tournament.