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AFCON: South Africa vs Namibia – Prediction, Stats & Odds

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Discover tips for the AFCON match featuring South Africa and Namibia. Access the best statistics, predictions, and odds right here.

In a Sunday clash at Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium, South Africa take on Namibia in the 2023 AFCON.

Currently positioned at fourth place in Group E, South Africa aim to climb the standings, while Namibia, holding the second spot, seek a crucial victory to strengthen their position. Both teams are motivated to secure a win in this second-round match, knowing it’s vital for their advancement in the tournament.

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South Africa Form

A single draw was the best South Africa could manage in the previous three matches. They first lost 2-0 to Rwanda before holding Lesotho to a 0-0 tie. Their most recent match brought a 2-0 defeat against Mali.

Namibia Form

In their past three matches, Namibia first came through with a 0-2 victory over São Tomé e Príncipe. They followed that up with a 0-0 against Ghana before going on to beat Tunisia 0-1.

South Africa vs Namibia Stats

Here are some facts that might be useful for placing bets on the upcoming game between South Africa and Namibia. The facts are based on statistics from the last couple of matches that these teams played across all tournaments.

  • South Africa failed to win and score in their last 3 games.
  • South Africa had under 2.5 goals in 8 of their last 9 games.
  • In 5 of the last 6 South Africa games, there were under 4.5 cards.
  • The last 6 South Africa games had under 10.5 corners.
  • Namibia did not lose any of their last 3 games.
  • Namibia kept a clean sheet in each of their last 3 games.
  • The last 6 Namibia games had under 2.5 goals.
  • In 7 of the last 9 Namibia games, there were under 10.5 corners.

South Africa vs Namibia – Players in Form

While Peter Shalulile has added six strikes to his account in his last six games in the Africa Cup of Nations, Zakhele Lepasa scored twice in his last four outings.

South Africa vs Namibia Betting Tips

Full-time result

Both South Africa and Namibia have displayed a similar recent form, each recording three wins, four draws, and three defeats in their last ten matches. Their performances highlight a balanced and competitive phase for both teams.

Both teams to score

South Africa have witnessed both teams scoring in three out of their last ten matches, while Namibia experienced this scenario in four out of their recent ten outings.

Total goals

South Africa have had eight games with under 2.5 goals and two games with over 2.5 goals in their recent ten matches, while Namibia experienced seven games with under 2.5 goals and three games with over 2.5 goals in their last ten outings.

Match predictions: South Africa vs Namibia

To sum up, the upcoming match between South Africa and Namibia seems to be a good betting opportunity.

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