Zimbabwe vs South Africa: victory or nothing for Bafana Bafana | OneFootball

Zimbabwe have won only 2 of their last 10 meetings against South Africa, who largely dominate this fixture.

Zimbabwe vs South Africa: victory or nothing for Bafana Bafana

The clash between Zimbabwe and South Africa looks one-sided on paper, but it's a must-win for Bafana Bafana as they continue their quest for a spot at the 2026 World Cup.

Zimbabwe lacking direction

The Warriors are going through a tough spell: no wins in their last eight qualifying matches, with four defeats and four draws. Rock bottom of Group C, Zimbabwe have lost their last two games by the same scoreline (1-0), against Benin and Rwanda. Even with Khama Billiat back in the squad, their attacking efficiency remains a major concern. Across 13 games in all competitions, they've managed just one victory.

South Africa must deliver

On the other hand, Hugo Broos’s men have shown impressive consistency: 8 wins in their last 11 qualifying matches. Even after a three-point deduction due to an administrative error, the South Africans remain resilient.

After an encouraging draw against Nigeria (1-1) in September, Bafana Bafana have the tools to make the difference. Their mission: three points that could bring them closer to the top spot in the group.