AFCON 2019: Where to watch Madagascar vs Tunisia live on July 11

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Two teams who have exceeded expectations will lockhorns with one semifinal spot at stake.

How did Madagascar and Tunisia get to the quarterfinal?

Madagascar has enjoyed a fairytale debut at the Africa Cup of Nations as it is yet to be beaten in the four matches it has played so far. The Barea progressed to the knockout phase of the tournament by topping Group B.

They drew 2-2 with Guinea in their first game, beat Burundi 1-0 in the second fixture and suprisingly got the better of Nigeria via a 2-0 victory in the final group enxounter. At the Round of 16, Madagascar drew 2-2 with DR Congo but eliminated the Leopards via the penalty shootout.

Relatively, Tunisia's journey at Egypt 2019 has been interesting although uninspring. The Carthage Eagles progressed out of Group E as runners-up after securing three successive draws against Angola, Mali and Mauritania.

Another 1-1 draw ensued during regulation time in their Round of 16 clash with Ghana although they booked their spot in the last eight with a 5-4 win in the penalty shootouts.

What is the form of Madagascar as compared to Tunisia's?

Madagascar: W5 D2 L3

Tunisia: W5 D3 L2

What is the head-to-head record of Madagascar vs Tunisia?

This will be the third time the two nations are meeting in any competition. The previous two outings were all won by the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia. The North Africans have also kept cleansheets on all instances.

Team news: Who is injured or suspended for Madagascar vs Tunisia?

Youssef M'sakni was replaced in Tunisia's Round of 16 clash with Ghana but is expected to be back in the starting lineup. The forward as well as Dylan Bronn are a booking away from suspension.

For Madagascar, Marco Ilaimaharitra should return to starting lineup after missing the last 16 win over DR Congo as a result of suspension.

Predicted starting lineup for Madagascar vs Tunisia

Madagascar: Adrien, Mombris, Fontaine, Razakanantenaina, Métanire, Amada, Andrianantenaina, Ilaimaharitra, Andriamahitsinoro, Andriatsima, Nomenjanahary.

Tunisia: Hassen, Haddadi, Meriah, Bronn, Kechrida, Chaalali, Skhiri, Sassi, Msakni, Khenissi, Khazri