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South Africa vs Congo – Match Predictions & Betting Tips

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South Africa, brimming with confidence, aims to secure their AFCON qualification at the earliest opportunity as they welcome Congo to Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on 11 October 2025.

South Africa vs Congo Betting Tips

  • Consider a draw – 4.33 at Betway.
  • Predict a 1-1 final score – 8.00 at Betway.
  • Wager on both teams scoring – 2.25 at Betway.

Consider a Draw

Despite being expected to win given their higher ranking and the home-field advantage, South Africa’s 59th-ranked team is well aware of their unpredictable nature. Although they secured a third-place finish at this year’s AFCON, their track record reveals four failed qualifications out of the last seven AFCON tournaments, and they haven’t been a part of the World Cup since 2010. This indicates their inconsistency.

Congo is poised to challenge them. Even with Hugo Broos’ squad likely to control possession, a draw remains a significant possibility.

Predict a 1-1 Final Score

Defensive lapses have plagued Bafana Bafana, particularly when facing unfamiliar opponents, making a 1-1 outcome a plausible scenario.

Lyle Foster represents Burnley in the English football scene, while Themba Zwane is a seasoned and crucial player for Mamelodi Sundowns, one of Africa’s premier teams. Despite Congo’s inclination to leverage their physicality, the South African team is likely to find the back of the net at least once. 

Congo might capitalize on unexpected moments, catching Bafana Bafana off-guard defensively. 

Bet on Both Teams to Score 

Bafana Bafana often struggle to secure clean sheets, particularly when facing physical teams like Congo. They conceded goals in their last two matches, with a 3-1 defeat to Zimbabwe and a previous 1-1 draw against Mozambique in the COSAFA Cup.

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