Zimbabwe VS South Africa

The Africa Cup of Nations match will take place on 30/12/2025 at 00:00 UTC between Zimbabwe (home) and South Africa (away).

Zimbabwe have been in ups and downs recently, with inconsistent performances in Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and friendlies, and often weak on the offensive end. South Africa have a relatively better record recently, with a solid defensive record and greater resilience and tactical execution in key games.

In the historical head-to-head records of the two teams, South Africa has a clear psychological advantage, with more wins and fewer losses. South Africa have been unbeaten in their last meetings and have won on the road.

are based on the best-of-hand odds offered: Zimbabwe win 5.25, draw 3.60 and South Africa win 1.70. The odds structure clearly indicates that the market is extremely bullish on the visiting team South Africa, whose low odds of 1.70 are the clear favourites to win, with draw odds in the middle and home win odds high.

Based on recent form, historical head-to-head advantage, and overwhelming odds support, South Africa is the more likely side to win this game. Its overall strength, tactical discipline and away combat ability are all better than the home team Zimbabwe. The predicted direction is for the away team South Africa to win.

This analysis is for sports research purposes only and does not constitute any betting advice. Please look at sports competitions rationally and abide by relevant laws and regulations.