Congo vs South Africa prediction 15.10.2024 | Africa Cup of Nations
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- Competition: Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers
- Date: Tuesday, 15th October, 2024
- Kickoff: 17:00 UK / 18:00 CEST
- Venue: Stade Alphonse Massemba-Débat (Brazzaville)
Just four days after South Africa dominated Congo at home and won 5:0, these teams are headed to Brazzaville, where they will face off again in the fourth round of the AFCON Qualifiers.
Congo are #117 on the FIFA World Ranking List and are definitely not among the best teams in Africa. They have never appeared in the World Cup and have had only one appearance in the Africa Cup of Nations back in 2015. As it stands now, it seems that will hardly change any time soon. In these Qualifiers, Congo are 3rd with three points in three rounds and are already four points away from the first two spots. So, in order to have some chance of reaching the AFCON tournament in Morocco, Congo have to win this game against favored South Africa.
South Africa are #59 on the FIFA World Ranking List and #11 in the CAF region. The popular "Bafana Bafana" appeared in four of the last six AFCONs and, in the last one, did great, finishing third. They came super close to reaching the finals, but Nigeria eliminated them after the penalty shootout. In these Qualifiers, South Africa are in a really good position considering they are on a level with points with Uganda with seven points each. With a positive result in this match, they would take a massive step in securing the appearance in the 2025 AFCON in Morocco.
Congo vs South Africa pick: South Africa to win and cover the -1 AH spread
Congo are in terrible form, as they won just once in the last nine games and have lost four out of the last five matches in all competitions. A 1:16 goal difference during that five-game stretch illustrates their poor form well.
On the other hand, South Africa are in fantastic form and undefeated in the last 11 games while facing some really good teams. In contrast to Congo, South Africa's offense has been incredible lately, scoring two or more goals in all three AFCON (Qualifiers) games.
These teams met in Gqeberha just days ago, where South Africa absolutely dominated the game and won 5:0. Considering the previous h2h game, the difference in form and overall quality, we believe that South Africa will secure a comfortable win in Brazzaville.
Congo vs South Africa Head to Head (H2H) stats
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South Africa
5 : 0
Congo
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South Africa
0 : 0
Congo
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Congo
0 : 2
South Africa
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Congo team news
After a 5:0 loss against South Africa, coach Isaac N'Gata spoke to the media. He said they could not be satisfied with this result but said they lost to a really good team. The coach said they didn't have games to prepare and did not have a lot of time to prepare. The coach also noted that his goalkeeper wasn't fit enough, which was a big part of the problem.
Last matches of Congo
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South Africa
5 : 0
Congo
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Uganda
2 : 0
Congo
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Congo
1 : 0
South Sudan
Africa Cup of Nations Qualifications
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Congo
0 : 6
Morocco
CAF World Cup Qualifiers
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Gabon
1 : 1
Congo
Friendly International
Congo lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Christoffer Mafoumbi
Defenders
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17
Yhoan Andzouana
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15
Christ Makosso
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4
Ryan Bidounga
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2
Morgan Poaty
Midfielders
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8
Gaius Makouta
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14
Glid Jeordon Otanga Mvouo
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10
Merveil Ndockyt
Forwards
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11
Vieljeux Mboungou
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9
Christopher Ibayi
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7
Mons Bassouamina
South Africa team news
In the previous game against Congo, Lyle Foster suffered an injury and had to leave the field after 68 minutes. However, according to credible sources, the injury is not serious, and the young forward will most likely be ready for the upcoming game.
After a 5:0 win over Congo, coach Hugo Broos spoke to the media. He was delighted with the win and said it was an amazing performance. "The way we started the game, the way we played football – this was something I always wanted to see from this team," the coach added.
Last matches of South Africa
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South Africa
5 : 0
Congo
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South Sudan
2 : 3
South Africa
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South Africa
2 : 2
Uganda
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South Africa
1 : 0
Eswatini
Cosafa Cup
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South Africa
0 : 0
Botswana
Cosafa Cup
South Africa lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Ronwen Williams
Defenders
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20
Khuliso Mudau
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18
Grant Kekana
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14
Rushwin Dortley
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6
Aubrey Modiba
Midfielders
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17
Elias Mokwana
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4
Teboho Mokoena
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7
Bathusi Jurry Aubaas
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7
Oswin Appollis
Forwards
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9
Lyle Foster
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11
Themba Zwane
4 Reasons why South Africa should win and cover the -1 AH spread
- Congo lost four out of the last five games
- Congo scored one goal in the last five matches
- South Africa won three out of the last four games
- South Africa won the previous h2h game 5:0
Main prediction Congo - South Africa
AH2 (-1)
Best Odds:
22Bet
2.14
Additional predictions
Congo & South Africa current standing in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifications
| Group K | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 16 - 5 | +11 | 14 |
| 2 | Uganda | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 8 - 5 | +3 | 13 |
| 3 | Congo | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 - 12 | -8 | 4 |
| 4 | South Sudan | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 6 - 12 | -6 | 3 |