South Africa vs Angola Prediction & Picks - AFCON

Africa - AFCON

South Africa
12/22/25 12:00
Angola

Prediction:

 

Both teams to score

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Head to Marrakech for a thrilling match on the first day of the Africa Cup of Nations. In a highly competitive Group B, South Africa and Angola face off in what is already a crucial match in the race for first place. The spectacle is sure to begin as soon as the whistle blows, as both teams arrive in Morocco in excellent form.

Between Angola's ability to find the back of the net and South Africa's solid defense, you have two contrasting styles on the pitch. One thing is certain: uncertainty reigns before the start of the game, but the winner of the match is likely to take a big step towards qualification. A great game awaits us!

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South Africa vs Angola Form

Table

Teams Pts P W D L GD
2 South Africa
6 3 2 0 1 +1
3 Angola
2 3 0 2 1 -1

South Africa and Angola Latest Matches

South Africa
South Africa Latest matches
W D D W W W
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Draw

2/6 (33%)

Defeats

0/6 (0%)

Average stats (Last 6 matchs)

2.17 Total goals
33% BTTS
1.83 Goals scored
0.33 Goals conceded
50% Over 2.5
50% Under 2.5

Dec 16, 2025 - International Friendlies

South Africa
1 :  0
Ghana B

Nov 15, 2025 - International Friendlies

South Africa
3 :  1
Zambia

Oct 14, 2025 - World Cup

South Africa
3 :  0
Rwanda

Oct 10, 2025 - World Cup

Zimbabwe
0 :  0
South Africa

Sep 9, 2025 - World Cup

South Africa
1 :  1
Nigeria

Sep 5, 2025 - World Cup

Lesotho
0 :  3
South Africa
W D D W W W
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Draw

2/6 (33%)

Defeats

0/6 (0%)

Average stats (Last 6 matchs)

3.17 Total goals
67% BTTS
2.17 Goals scored
1 Goals conceded
67% Over 2.5
33% Under 2.5

Dec 16, 2025 - International Friendlies

South Africa
1 :  0
Ghana B

Nov 15, 2025 - International Friendlies

South Africa
3 :  1
Zambia

Oct 14, 2025 - World Cup

South Africa
3 :  0
Rwanda

Sep 9, 2025 - World Cup

South Africa
1 :  1
Nigeria

Aug 18, 2025 - African Nations Championship

South Africa
3 :  3
Uganda

Aug 11, 2025 - African Nations Championship

South Africa
2 :  1
Guinea
W L D D W D
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Draw

3/6 (50%)

Defeats

1/6 (17%)

Average stats (Last 6 matchs)

1.67 Total goals
17% BTTS
1 Goals scored
0.67 Goals conceded
33% Over 2.5
67% Under 2.5

Oct 10, 2025 - World Cup

Zimbabwe
0 :  0
South Africa

Sep 5, 2025 - World Cup

Lesotho
0 :  3
South Africa

Aug 15, 2025 - African Nations Championship

Niger
0 :  0
South Africa

Aug 8, 2025 - African Nations Championship

Algeria
1 :  1
South Africa

Jun 15, 2025 - COSAFA Cup

Angola
3 :  0
South Africa

Mar 25, 2025 - World Cup

Benin
0 :  2
South Africa
Angola
Angola Latest matches
L W D D L W
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Draw

2/6 (33%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Average stats (Last 6 matchs)

2.67 Total goals
50% BTTS
1.5 Goals scored
1.17 Goals conceded
50% Over 2.5
50% Under 2.5

Dec 17, 2025 - International Friendlies

Angola
4 :  1
Mozambique

Nov 14, 2025 - International Friendlies

Angola
0 :  2
Argentina

Oct 13, 2025 - World Cup

Cameroon
0 :  0
Angola

Oct 8, 2025 - World Cup

Eswatini
2 :  2
Angola

Sep 9, 2025 - World Cup

Angola
3 :  1
Mauritius

Sep 4, 2025 - World Cup

Angola
0 :  1
Libya
D L L W L W
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Draw

1/6 (17%)

Defeats

3/6 (50%)

Average stats (Last 6 matchs)

2.67 Total goals
50% BTTS
1.33 Goals scored
1.33 Goals conceded
33% Over 2.5
67% Under 2.5

Dec 17, 2025 - International Friendlies

Angola
4 :  1
Mozambique

Nov 14, 2025 - International Friendlies

Angola
0 :  2
Argentina

Sep 9, 2025 - World Cup

Angola
3 :  1
Mauritius

Sep 4, 2025 - World Cup

Angola
0 :  1
Libya

Aug 14, 2025 - African Nations Championship

Angola
0 :  2
DR Congo

Aug 7, 2025 - African Nations Championship

Angola
1 :  1
Kenya
D W L W D D
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Draw

3/6 (50%)

Defeats

1/6 (17%)

Average stats (Last 6 matchs)

2 Total goals
50% BTTS
1 Goals scored
1 Goals conceded
33% Over 2.5
67% Under 2.5

Oct 13, 2025 - World Cup

Cameroon
0 :  0
Angola

Oct 8, 2025 - World Cup

Eswatini
2 :  2
Angola

Aug 10, 2025 - African Nations Championship

Zambia
1 :  2
Angola

Aug 3, 2025 - African Nations Championship

Morocco
2 :  0
Angola

Jun 10, 2025 - COSAFA Cup

Malawi
0 :  1
Angola

Mar 20, 2025 - World Cup

Libya
1 :  1
Angola

South Africa against Angola : Head to Head (H2H)

South Africa

0 %

Draw

50 %

Angola

50 %

Average stats (last H2H results)

1.5
Total goals
0%
BTTS
0
Goals scored
1.5
Goals conceded
50%
Over 2.5
50%
Under 2.5

Jun 15, 2025 - COSAFA Cup

Angola
3 :  0
South Africa

Mar 28, 2017 - International Friendlies

South Africa
0 :  0
Angola

South Africa - Angola: Form Analysis

There could be no better preparation than that achieved by South Africa. The Bafana Bafana's last defeat dates back to June, with five wins and six draws since then!

Having qualified for the next World Cup, the South Africans travel to Morocco on the back of three consecutive wins and four clean sheets in their last five games. After their impressive victory over Zambia, Hugo Broos's side are ready to win their first game of the 2025/26 Africa Cup of Nations.

South Africa have not lost in 11 games.

Angola, on the other hand, has been a little more inconsistent. They finished the qualifiers for the next World Cup with just one win in their last four games, winning only two out of ten games in total. This was not enough to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. They have done slightly better recently, winning two friendlies.

Patrice Beaumelle's men need to regain some defensive solidity, having conceded five goals in their last three friendlies. In such an important competition, it is important to have the best possible defense, which is not the case at the moment.

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South Africa against Angola Lineups: Starting 11

South Africa

Formation : 4 - 4 - 2

1
R. Williams
20
K. Mudau
21
S. Ngezana
14
M. Mbokazi
6
A. Modiba
11
M. Nkota
4
T. Mokoena
13
S. Sithole
7
O. Appollis
17
S. Mbule
9
L. Foster
9
M. Nzola
10
G. Dala
13
To Carneiro
8
Maestro
23
Show
16
Fredy
18
Z. Luvumbo
3
J. Buatu
6
K. Gaspar
4
C. Mata
1
Hugo Marques

Formation : 3 - 5 - 2

Angola

Substitutes

South Africa
South Africa
Goalkeeper

S. Chaine

R. Goss

Defender

T. Matuludi

N. Sibisi

K. Ndamane

T. Smith

S. Kabini

Midfielder

B. Aubaas

S. Mbule 80'

T. Mbatha

Forward

T. Moremi

M. Nkota 46'

E. Makgopa

E. Mokwana

O. Appollis 80'

R. Mofokeng

S. Campbell

Angola
Angola
Goalkeeper

A. Signori

Neblu

Defender

D. Carmo

R. Modesto

N. Fortuna

Pedro Bondo

Midfielder

M. Balburdia

M. Keliano

B. Mukendi

Maestro 86'

Forward

M. Afonso

C. Banza

Z. Luvumbo 90'

R. Nteka

Fredy 86'

Milson

G. Dala 76'

Mabululu

M. Nzola 76'

B. Manuel

South Africa & Angola Squad Analysis

The coach relied heavily on two teams when selecting his squad: the Sundowns and the Pirates. Ronwen Williams, an experienced 33-year-old goalkeeper, will continue to guard South Africa's goal. Toremi, Foster, and Campbell will be the main names to watch in attack, while the midfield will be led by the duo of Mokoena and Aubaas.

Enough experience to pose a threat this tournament for SA.

Angola is traveling to Morocco with several experienced players. Clinton Mata will lead the Angolan defense, supported by Rui Modesto and David Carmo. Although the midfield will be limited, the attack could make the difference. Luvumbo of Cagliari, Benson of the Championship, and Milson of Belgrade will be the main representatives of the attack. Will they be up to the task? We'll find out when the final whistle blows.

Most goals and assists

CD Huachipato South Africa
CD Huachipato Angola
Top Goalscorer
South Africa L. Foster (2 Goals) , 
South Africa O. Appollis (2 Goals)
Top Goalscorer
Angola Show (1 Goals) ,  Angola G. Dala (1 Goals)
Best assists
South Africa L. Foster (2 Assists)
Best assists
Angola Fredy (1 Assists) , 
Angola To Carneiro (1 Assists)

South Africa - Angola Key Points

  1. South Africa has not lost any of its last 6 matches.
  2. South Africa has won its last 3 matches.
  3. South Africa has scored an average of 2 goals during this streak.
  4. Angola enters the Africa Cup of Nations with two consecutive wins under its belt.
  5. Angola has scored seven goals in 180 minutes.
  6. Result of the last two meetings: 1-1.
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Our South Africa vs Angola Prediction

It seems difficult to predict the winner of this Group B match, even though South Africa is slightly favored according to the odds. Two pleasant surprises from the previous Africa Cup of Nations are meeting in Marrakech, one of the most beautiful cities in the country. The momentum is fairly positive on both sides, especially for the South Africans, which promises a high-quality clash from the kickoff. With Egypt the favorites to win the group, this match is worth triple the points over the next 90 minutes. With the pressure of the event, the slightest mistake could be fatal.

Our prediction for South Africa vs. Angola: both teams to score: yes.

Prediction:

 

Both teams to score

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South Africa vs Angola - Other Interesting Picks

Double Chance: Angola or Draw

Odds -200
Angola has not lost to South Africa since 2018 and is determined to defy the odds and secure its first win in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Correct Score: 1-1

Odds +400
This is the result of the two previous meetings between the two teams. This exact score seems ideal to try if you are looking for such a bet, and the odds offered are really attractive.
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