Match Preview: South Africa vs. Tunisia AFCON – Prediction, Team news, Lineups – Football News, Previews, Predictions, Transfers

In a highly anticipated match in Group E of the Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa and Tunisia will clash as they aim to secure their spot in the knockout round.

With Mali leading the group and Namibia fighting for a chance, both teams have everything to play for in this crucial encounter.

Match Preview:

South Africa comes into this match with newfound confidence after a convincing 4-0 victory against Namibia. Percy Tau’s penalty kick and Themba Zwane’s brace propelled Bafana Bafana to victory.

Having rebounded from their initial defeat to Mali, South Africa is now in second place and aims to secure a top spot in the group.

Tunisia, on the other hand, finds themselves in a challenging situation. With just one point from two games, they must win this match to keep their hopes of qualifying alive.

After being shocked by Namibia in their first match, Tunisia managed to salvage a draw against Mali.

Form Guide:

South Africa: L W D W L

Tunisia: L D W W D

Team News:

South Africa will likely stick with the same lineup that performed exceptionally well against Namibia.

Themba Zwane, who was excellent in attack, will lead the line alongside Percy Tau. Zakhele Lepasa may also earn a place in the starting eleven after an impressive cameo off the bench.

Unfortunately for Tunisia, forward Taha Yassine Khenissi has been ruled out of the tournament due to a knee injury.

In need of additional firepower, Haythem Jouini might be brought into the starting lineup to partner with Anis Ben Slimane.

Possible Lineups:

South Africa: (4-4-2)

Williams;

Mudau, Xulu, Mvala, Modiba;

Maseko, Mokoena, Sithole, Tau;

Zwane, Lepasa

Tunisia: (4-3-3)

Said;

Abdi, Talbi, Meriah, Kechrida;

Achouri, Skhiri, Laidouni,

Rafia, Jouini, Slimane

Prediction: South Africa 1-1 Tunisia

While Tunisia has never lost to South Africa in previous encounters, their performance in this competition has been lackluster.

On the other hand, South Africa showed significant improvement in their last match and will be motivated to secure a victory.

We predict a hard-fought 1-1 draw, which will be enough for South Africa to advance to the knockout rounds.

Key Players to Watch:

Percy Tau (South Africa): After scoring a crucial penalty in the previous match, Tau will look to inspire his team once again.

Haythem Jouini (Tunisia): With Tunisia in need of goals, Jouini’s inclusion in the starting lineup could provide the attacking spark they require.

Past Encounters:

Tunisia holds an undefeated record against South Africa, with two wins and one draw in previous meetings.