AFCON 2025 Result: Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa Date: Monday, December 29, 2025 Venue: Stade de Korhogo, Côte d’Ivoire
South Africa sealed their place in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Zimbabwe, finishing second in Group B behind leaders Egypt. The Bafana Bafana showed resilience and attacking flair, overcoming two equalizers to secure the win and progress to the knockout stages.
⚽ Match Summary
- South Africa Goals:
- Thapelo Moremi (7′) – Early breakthrough
- Lyle Foster (50′) – Clinical finish to retake the lead
- Oswin Appollis (82′) – Late winner to seal qualification
- Zimbabwe Goals:
- Tawanda Maswanhise (19′) – First equalizer
- A. Maphosa Modiba (74′) – Second equalizer
South Africa’s attacking trio delivered under pressure, with Foster and Appollis combining well in the final third. Despite Zimbabwe’s spirited fightback, Hugo Broos’ side held firm to claim all three points.
📊 Final Group B Standings
| Position | Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Egypt | 3 | 7 |
| 2️⃣ | South Africa | 3 | 6 |
| 3️⃣ | Angola | 3 | 2 |
| 4️⃣ | Zimbabwe | 3 | 1 |
🔥 Tactical Highlights
- Moremi’s Early Impact: Set the tone with a composed finish
- Foster’s Hold-Up Play: Key in transitions and build-up
- Appollis’ Decisive Moment: Late run into the box punished Zimbabwe’s lapse in concentration
🧠 What’s Next?
South Africa now prepare for a high-stakes Round of 16 clash, while Egypt—unbeaten in the group—advance as favorites. With momentum building and key players stepping up, Bafana Bafana look ready to challenge for continental glory.
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