Zimbabwe and South Africa face each other on Friday 10.10.2025, at 17:00 (UK Time), in a WC Qualification Africa 2026 match. The game will take place at Zimbabwe's home ground, the National Sports Stadium.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Zimbabwe and South Africa, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Zimbabwe vs South Africa
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Zimbabwe preview
Zimbabwe heads into the match with the following record in the WC Qualification Africa: in 8 matches, Zimbabwe secured 0 victories, 4 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 0.5 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Zimbabwe's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 0 victories so far.
Zimbabwe has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 5 goals, of which 5 were scored in the WC Qualification Africa, resulting in an average of 0.63 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Marshall Munetsi, who has found the back of the net 1 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Jordan Zemura has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, Zimbabwe has conceded 11 goals in the WC Qualification Africa (an average of 1.38 per game) and 11 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.38 per match in the 2026 campaign.
South Africa preview
South Africa comes into the game with 8 matches played so far in the WC Qualification Africa. They have secured 5 victories, 2 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 2.13 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 5 wins, 2 draws, and 1 losses.
South Africa's attack has been highly effective, scoring 14 goals during this period. Of that total, 14 were netted in the WC Qualification Africa, with an average of 1.75 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.75.
South Africa's offensive system is led by Jayden Adams, the team's top scorer this season. The south african midfielder has found the back of the net 2 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Sphephelo Sithole. The midfielder has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 6 goals with an average of 0.75 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 6 goals in 8 matches, averaging 0.75 per match.
Head to head: Zimbabwe vs South Africa
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Zimbabwe
International - WC Qualification Africa
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L D D L |
0.5 |
| Home | L D L D |
0.5 |
| Away | L D L D |
0.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 2 | 2.25 | 1.75 |
| Scored | 0.63 | 0.75 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 1.38 | 1.5 | 1.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 13% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 13% | 25% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.94 | 1.13 | 0.75 |
|
xGA
|
1.29 | 1.06 | 1.53 |
Away Team
South Africa
International - WC Qualification Africa
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W W W |
2.13 |
| Home | D W W W |
2.5 |
| Away | W W D L |
1.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 63% | 75% | 50% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2.75 | 2.25 |
| Scored | 1.75 | 2 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 0.75 | 0.75 | 0.75 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 75% | 25% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 25% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 0% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 13% | 100% | 75% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.41 | 1.08 |
|
xGA
|
0.76 | 0.6 | 0.92 |
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