Ethiopia vs Senegal: Patrick Vieira's Starting XI, Just a Few Small Changes

Senegal's Lions, after a 1-1 draw against Mozambique in their first match, face Ethiopia on September 29 in Bahir Dar for the second round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Patrick Vieira is expected to keep most of the lineup from Maputo, with two changes: Idrissa Gana Gueye returning to the starting XI replacing Pape Matar Sarr in midfield, and Ibrahim Mbaye replacing Assane Diao in attack. The defense is expected to remain unchanged, with Yehvann Diouf in goal and the defensive line consisting of Lamine Sy, Sadibou Sané, Moussa Niakhaté, and El Hadji Malick Diouf.