AFCON: South Africa vs Tunisia Prediction

EXPECTED XI

South Africa

PREDICTED XI (4-2-2-2): Williams; Mudau, Kekana, Mvala, Modiba; Mokoena, Sithole; Morena, Tau; Zwane, Makgopa

Tunisia

PREDICTED XI (4-4-2): Ben Said; Kechrida, Meriah, Talbi, Abdi; Rafia, Skhiri, Laidouni, Achouri; Msakni, Ben Slimane

PREDICTION

Starting their journey in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a close 1-0 defeat to Mali, South Africa made a strong comeback by defeating Namibia 4-0, with former Brighton midfielder Percy Tau delivering a standout performance. Their next opponent is Tunisia, a team in need of a win to secure qualification for the knockout stages. Tunisia's tendency to adopt a generally reactive playing style, effective on the global stage, often becomes a limitation on the African continent when they face the pressure to take the initiative. Expecting under 2.5 goals remains a likely outcome for this match, despite South Africa's recent impressive victory.