South Africa vs Mozambique – The national team is gearing up to face Mozambique this Wednesday in a key Group A encounter at the annual COSAFA tournament. Both sides are determined to secure a favourable result to boost their chances of progressing from a group that also features Mauritius and Zimbabwe.
Match Details
Fixture: South Africa vs Mozambique
Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Kick-off: 15:00
Venue: Free State Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein
Where to Watch South Africa vs Mozambique
Fans can catch all the live action on SuperSport and SABC Sport. Additionally, the match will be streamed online via DStv.com, the DStv Now app, and FIFA+.
Team News: Bafana Bafana’s Line-Up and Squad Updates
Under the guidance of coach Vela Khumalo, Bafana Bafana’s squad for this edition appears stronger than last year’s. Notably, Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Bruce Bvuma has withdrawn from the tournament for undisclosed reasons, with Darren Johnson from Chippa United stepping in as his replacement.
Several key players from Mamelodi Sundowns were excused, leaving Boitumelo Radiopane from Orlando Pirates as the only representative from that club in the squad. The tentative South African starting XI includes Mbanjwa, McCarthy, Mcaba, Mngonyama, Gcaba, Cele, Mkhize, Dithejane, Barns, Shabalala, and Duba.
Mozambique Squad Insights
Mozambique’s team, known as Os Mambas, largely comprises locally based talent. The squad misses Kaizer Chiefs’ Edmilson Dove and UD Songo’s Elias Pelembe. However, coach Chiquinho Conde has called up three players from Portugal: Edson Mucuana, Keynes Abdala, and Guebuza, adding international experience to the lineup. Expected starters include Joao, Cuboco, Massuanganhe, Guebuza, Valter, Abdala, Francisco, Sumbane, Mucuana, Neves, and Manhique.
Head-to-Head and Form Guide
This match marks the opening fixture for both teams in this year’s tournament, making a positive start essential. Their previous COSAFA encounter in 2024 ended in a 1-1 stalemate, but Mozambique progressed further thanks to a superior goal difference after both teams finished with identical records—one win and two draws each.
Looking back at their recent meetings, South Africa has won three, drawn two, and lost once in the last six COSAFA games against Mozambique, signalling a competitive rivalry.
South Africa vs Mozambique Predictions and Betting Tips
| Market | Prediction | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Match Result | South Africa to Win | Home advantage and stronger squad depth favours Bafana Bafana. |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | Both sides have shown attacking promise in recent fixtures. |
| Total Goals | Over 2.5 | Expect an open game with chances on both ends. |
| First Goalscorer | South Africa Player | Likely to take the lead early given their attacking options. |
| Handicap Betting | South Africa -1 | Confident win expected; possible by two or more goals. |
What to Expect
With both sides eager to kick off their COSAFA campaigns strongly, the match promises to be tightly contested. The host nation will rely on its blend of youth and experience, while Mozambique aims to leverage its resilience and overseas-based players to cause an upset.
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