Bafana Bafana Face Crucial Clash Against Tunisia
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - NOVEMBER 11: South Africa coach Hugo Broos greets players during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, qualifier match between South Africa and Zimbabwe at FNB Stadium on November 11, 2021 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images)
Image Source: Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos and his players .Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images
Bafana Bafana will be looking to secure their place in the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations when they take on Tunisia in their final Group E clash on Wednesday
The South Africans come into the match on the back of a morale-boosting 4-0 victory over Namibia, while Tunisia were held to a goalless draw by Mali.
Both sides know that a win is essential if they are to progress to the next round, and a thrilling encounter is expected at the Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium in Korhogo.
Bafana Bafana in High Spirits After Namibia Thumping
Bafana Bafana were in rampant form against Namibia, with goals from Evidence Makgopa, Luther Singh, Lyle Foster, and Teboho Moloi sealing a comfortable victory.
The win was a much-needed boost for the South Africans, who had lost their opening two group games to Zimbabwe and Morocco.
“We needed that win,” said Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos. “We played well, we created chances, and we took our goals. Now we need to focus on Tunisia.”
Tunisia Looking to Bounce Back After Mali Draw
Tunisia were slightly disappointed to only draw with Mali in their last outing, but they are still in a good position to qualify for the knockout stages.
The Eagles of Carthage have a strong squad, and they will be confident of getting the win they need against Bafana Bafana.
“We know it will be a tough game,” said Tunisia coach Jalel Kadri. “But we are confident in our abilities, and we are determined to win.”
Head-to-Head Record
The two sides have met six times in all competitions, with each team winning three matches.
Their last meeting came in the 2008 AFCON, when Tunisia won 3-1.
Prediction
This is a difficult match to call, but Bafana Bafana will be buoyed by their win over Namibia. However, Tunisia are a more experienced side, and they should not be underestimated.
I predict a close match, with Bafana Bafana edging out Tunisia by a narrow margin.
Key Players
Bafana Bafana: Percy Tau, Luther Singh, Evidence Makgopa
Tunisia: Wahbi Khazri, Youssef Msakni, Ellyes Skhiri
The match will kick off at 7pm on Wednesday, January 24th.
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