South Africa vs Angola: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
South Africa faces Angola in their Africa Cup of Nations opener. Find the latest team news, predicted lineups, and our best bet below.
Tom Jacobs - 22 Dec 2025, 1:38 PM
3 Minute ReadSouth Africa vs Angola: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
South Africa will face Angola in their opening match of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, with both teams looking to get off to a strong start in a group that also includes Egypt and Zimbabwe. The match will take place on December 22nd, 2025, at 7 pm DST.
South Africa vs Angola Form
South Africa enters the tournament in good form, having won their most recent friendly match 1-0 against Ghana.
Angola are also in good spirits, having defeated Mozambique 4-1 in their latest friendly.
South Africa vs Angola Head to Head
Historically, encounters between these two nations have been closely contested. In the last six meetings, South Africa have failed to record a victory, with Angola winning twice and four matches ending in a draw.
The most recent match between the two sides was a friendly in November 2022, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
South Africa vs Angola Odds - Latest Odds From South African Sportsbooks
Here are aggregated odds for the South Africa vs Angola match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
⚽ Full‑Time Result Odds
Outcome | Odds (Decimal) | Notes |
South Africa win | 2.40 | Bafana slightly favoured |
Draw | 2.90 | Most predicted outcome |
Angola win | 3.00 | Underdogs but competitive |
🎯 Correct Score Odds
Score | Odds |
1–0 South Africa | 5.50 |
0–0 Draw | 5.50 |
1–1 Draw | 5.00 |
2–1 South Africa | 9.00 |
2–0 South Africa | 9.00 |
1–0 Angola | 6.50 |
📉 Asian Handicap Odds
Market | Odds |
South Africa 0.0 | 1.77 |
Angola 0.0 | 2.22 |
South Africa -1.75 | 7.10 |
Angola +1.75 | 1.08 |
🔥 Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
Market | Odds |
Yes | 2.12 |
No | 1.77 |
South Africa vs Angola Probable Lineups
South Africa (4-2-3-1): R. Williams; S. Kabini, M. Mbokazi, N. Sibisi, K. Mudau; S. Sithole, T. Mokoena; O. Appollis, S. Mbule, T. Moremi; L. Foster
Angola (4-4-2): S. Antonio; N. Fortuna, D. Carmo, J. Buatu, R. Modesto; Milson, Maestro, Show, Z. Luvumbo; G. Dala, M. Nzola
South Africa vs Angola Team News
South Africa have a fully fit squad available for selection. The team is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, prioritising structure and balance.
Angola also report no injury concerns and are expected to adopt a 4-4-2 system.
South Africa vs Angola Match Facts
- South Africa have seen under 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 6 home matches against Angola in all competitions.
- Angola are undefeated in their last 5 matches against South Africa in all competitions.
Prediction: South Africa 2-1 Angola
South Africa are considered likely to win this match 2-1. While Angola have proven to be a tough opponent in the past, South Africa's recent form and tactical cohesion give them the edge in this encounter.
Best Bet: South Africa to Win
Given the forecast of a South Africa victory, a bet on South Africa to win offers a solid return. The home team's recent form and the fact that Angola have struggled to beat them in recent years further support this selection.
