South Africa vs Guinea Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds l African Nations Championship 2025

Only two points separate the two sides on the points table.

Round three of the African Nations Championship will take us to the Mandela National Stadium, where South Africa will face Guinea in an exciting clash.

South Africa are coming into this game after playing a 1-1 draw against Algeria and are currently sitting in the fourth spot in the group. This will be their second match of the competition, and considering the playing field, they will be eager to secure all three points.

Guinea, on the other hand, are coming into this game after registering a 1-0 win over Niger on the opening matchday. However, their second match resulted in a 3-0 loss against Uganda. They are currently sitting in the third spot in the group, and will have to get back to winning ways to stay in the qualification race.

Kickoff:

• Location: Kampala, Uganda
• Stadium: Mandela National Stadium
• Date and Kickoff time: Aug 11 (Monday) – 7:30 PM IST/ 2:00 PM GMT/ 07:00 AM PT/ 10:00 AM ET
• Referee: Mustapha Kechaf
• VAR: In Use

Form:

South Africa: D-L-W-W-D

Guinea: L-W-L-D-L

Players to watch out for:

Thabiso Kutumela (South Africa)

The striker has scored the only goal for his country in the competition so far. Despite not performing up to the mark on the club level this season, Kutumela has looked sharp in this competition. He is a strong and dominant presence in the box who can also play with his back to the goal.

Mohamed Bangoura (Guinea)

The teenager is one of the most exciting talents in Guinea right now. He scored the winning goal against Niger on the opening day of the tournament. Moreover, he was excellent on an individual level against Uganda despite being on the losing side.

Considering the importance of this game, Bangoura will be given the responsibility to make a difference.

Match Facts:

• South Africa played a 1-1 draw against Algeria in their last game.
• Guinea lost 3-0 against Uganda in their last game.
• The last match between these two national teams ended in a 0-0 draw.

South Africa vs Guinea: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: South Africa to win – 1.33 by Dafabet
• Tip 2: Both Teams to score – No – 1.13 by 1XBET
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 1.5 – 1.91 by Stake

Injury and Team News:

Both teams have their entire squad available for selection.

Head to Head:

Total matches: 2

South Africa won: 0

Guinea won: 1

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups:

South Africa (4-2-3-1)

Xulu(GK); Jooste, Mngonyama, Mphahlele, Mashego; Khoza, Johannes; Maema, Ndlondlo, Masuku; Kutumela

Guinea (4-3-3)

Camara(GK); Yorobo, Kouyate, Cisse, Diabate; Drame, Sylla, Bangoura; A.Bangoura, Barry, M. Bangoura

Match Prediction:

South Africa are expected to register a win over Guinea in their upcoming match.

Prediction: South Africa 2-0 Guinea

Telecast details:

India: N/A

USA: beIN Sports

UK: beIN Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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