South Africa’s Redemption Arc?
After a 1-0 snoozefest loss to Mozambique (seriously, was anyone awake for that?), Bafana Bafana are back at Peter Mokaba Stadium to face Tanzania in another "thrilling" friendly.
Yes, South Africa are top of their World Cup qualifying group, but Wednesday’s match proved they still have work to do. Four wins in their last six games suggest they’re not terrible—just… inconsistent.
What to Expect?
✔ Low-scoring affair (their last five games had only one team scoring)
✔ Tactical boredom (lots of sideways passes, minimal risks)
✔ A desperate need for a win (because losing to Mozambique and Tanzania? Oof.)
Tanzania’s Struggle Bus Continues
Meanwhile, Taifa Stars are on a four-game losing streak—and even worse, they haven’t scored in any of them.
Their recent form in a nutshell:
🚌 Defeat
🚌 Another defeat
🚌 "Wait, did we forget how to score?"
🚌 "Yep, definitely forgot."
Despite this, they’re somehow second in their World Cup qualifying group—proof that African football is gloriously unpredictable.
COSAFA Cup Throwback: Tanzania’s Brief Glory Days
Remember when Tanzania finished third in the 2017 COSAFA Cup? Yeah, neither do most people.
This year, they’re back (thanks to Morocco’s sudden withdrawal), hoping to:
✔ Score a goal (please, just one)
✔ Not embarrass themselves (unlike 2015, when they scored ZERO goals in three games)
Madagascar’s Turn to Shine?
While Tanzania struggles, Madagascar (their next opponent) actually tries in the COSAFA Cup. They’re using it as CHAN 2025 prep—because unlike some teams (cough Tanzania cough), they take friendlies seriously.
Prediction: Who Wins? (If Anyone Does)
🔮 Under 2.5 goals (obviously)
🔮 1-0 to South Africa (because Tanzania forgot where the net is)
🔮 At least one fan falling asleep (it’s a friendly, after all)
Final Verdict:
Bafana Bafana should win… but after that Mozambique loss, who really knows?
Your Turn:
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Will Tanzania finally score?
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Is South Africa’s World Cup form a fluke?
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How many times will you yawn during this match?