South Africa and Andorra are set to clash in an international friendly at Stade 19 Mai 1956 on Thursday. Both teams will be looking to make a statement in this encounter, with South Africa aiming to build on their recent success at the Africa Cup of Nations and Andorra seeking to end their winless streak. Let's delve into the predictions, team news, and betting tips for this intriguing matchup.
Match Preview:
South Africa enters the game fresh off a penalty shootout victory over DR Congo in the third-place playoff at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite a goalless draw in regulation time, Hugo Broos' side clinched a 6-5 win in penalties. This victory has undoubtedly boosted morale within the team as they look to continue their positive momentum.
On the other hand, Andorra hasn't seen action since suffering a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Israel in a Euro 2024 qualifier in November 2023. With two friendlies lined up in this window, Andorra aims to bounce back and put an end to their winless streak. However, facing South Africa will be a challenging task for Joan Cervos' side.
Head-to-Head and Key Numbers:
- This will be the first-ever meeting between South Africa and Andorra.
- Andorra is winless in their last 13 internationals, losing 11 games during this period.
- Eight of South Africa's last nine games have produced less than three goals.
- Andorra has failed to score in their last six internationals.
- South Africa has kept a clean sheet in eight of their last nine games.
Prediction:
With South Africa's recent success at the Africa Cup of Nations and their unbeaten streak in international friendlies, they enter the game as strong favorites. Conversely, Andorra's poor form and lack of goalscoring prowess make their chances of victory slim. Expect South Africa to dominate proceedings and secure a routine victory, possibly with a clean sheet.
Prediction: South Africa 2-0 Andorra
Betting Tips:
1. Result: South Africa to win
2. Both Teams to Score: No
3. Under 2.5 Goals