Introduction
Matchday 3 in group E will feature a faceoff between South Africa and Tunisia at Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium. South Africa sits second on the log with three points, one point adrift of Mali at the top, while Tunisia finds themselves at the bottom with one point.
Fortunately, all teams in the group have some chance to qualify if they get positive results in this round of fixtures.
About the game
South Africa commenced their continental championship journey with a setback, suffering a 2-0 defeat against Mali. However, a spirited comeback ensued in the second round as they triumphed over Namibia with an impressive 4-0 victory. The team’s dominance in the last match was evident, securing a commanding 3-0 lead by halftime. Such a resounding win is poised to bolster their confidence as they prepare to face Tunisia significantly.
After a lackluster first-round performance against Mali, South Africa’s coach, Hugo Broos made lineup changes for the second game. Thapelo Morena and Grant Kekana, who started in the win against Namibia, delivered strong performances. They are likely to retain their spots for this decisive encounter.
On the other hand, Tunisia faced initial disappointment in the tournament, suffering a shocking 1-0 defeat against Namibia in the opening round. Despite the setback, Jalel Kadri’s squad exhibited resilience in the subsequent game, holding Mali to a 1-1 draw. While the statistics favored the opponents with 39% possession and five shots on goal for Kadri’s team, Tunisia managed to secure a crucial point. This showcased their ability to rebound and compete fiercely in the AFCON.
The Best Betting Odds for South Africa vs Tunisia
| Markets | Odds | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa win |
3.60 
|
3.65 
|
3.65 
|
6.74 
|
6.785 
|
|
| Draw |
2.97
|
3.00
|
3.00
|
2.95
|
2.97
|
|
| Tunisia win |
2.25
|
2.25
|
2.25
|
2.232
|
2.25
|
|
| Over 1.5 |
1.47
|
1.55
|
1.52
|
1.52
|
1.52
|
|
| Over 1.5 |
1.47
|
1.55
|
1.52
|
1.52
|
1.52
|
|
| Over 1.5 |
1.47
|
1.55
|
1.52
|
1.52
|
1.52
|
|
Conclusion
Both teams have met six times in history, and they have won each other thrice without a draw. This makes this a thrilling encounter to watch, considering the stakes of victory and defeat for either team.
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