Zimbabwe vs South Africa Football Stats

📍 CAF World Cup Qualifiers, World
🕒 Friday 10th October, 17:00 BST

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Our Prediction

Both Teams To Score (BTTS) – No

Zimbabwe sit 6th in the table after 7 games, averaging 0.7 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per home match this season. South Africa are 1st after 7 games, averaging 1 scored and 1 conceded on the road. Zimbabwe have won 0/3 home games (0%) this season; South Africa have won 2/7 on the road (29%). There's no dominant edge either way.

Zimbabwe have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 33% of home games this season (1/3); South Africa in 43% away (3/7). Zimbabwe average 0.7 scored and 1.3 conceded at home, South Africa 1 and 1 on the road.

Both sides have solid defensive records in context. Zimbabwe have seen BTTS in only 33% of home games (1/3); South Africa in 29% away (2/7). At least one clean sheet looks likely.

Zimbabwe regularly generate high corner counts at home (10+ corners in 67% of fixtures, 2/3). South Africa are lower on the road (43%). The home side's attacking style tends to produce set-piece volume regardless of the opponent.

Our Prediction: Both Teams To Score (BTTS) – No — at least one side rarely sees both teams score, with Zimbabwe at 33.33% BTTS in home games and South Africa at 28.57% away. A clean sheet for one side looks likely.

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League Table

The full CAF World Cup Qualifiers table for the 2026 season, with Zimbabwe (6th) and South Africa (1st) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.

CAF World Cup Qualifiers 2026

# Team P W D L Goals GD Pts
1 Nigeria 6 4 2 0 13:4 +9 14
2 Congo DR 6 4 1 1 10:5 +5 13
3 Tunisia 4 4 0 0 13:0 +13 12
4 Senegal 4 4 0 0 14:2 +12 12
5 Algeria 4 3 1 0 8:2 +6 10
6 Cape Verde Islands 4 3 1 0 9:3 +6 10
7 Gabon 5 3 1 1 11:7 +4 10
8 Côte d'Ivoire 4 3 1 0 11:0 +11 10
9 Ghana 4 3 1 0 8:1 +7 10
10 Egypt 4 3 1 0 6:0 +6 10
11 Burkina Faso 4 3 1 0 10:1 +9 10
12 Uganda 4 3 0 1 8:2 +6 9
13 Gambia 4 3 0 1 15:5 +10 9
14 Morocco 3 3 0 0 8:0 +8 9
15 Niger 4 3 0 1 5:6 -1 9
16 Madagascar 4 3 0 1 8:6 +2 9
17 Mali 4 3 0 1 9:2 +7 9
18 Benin 4 3 0 1 6:4 +2 9
19 Guinea 4 2 2 0 7:3 +4 8
20 Libya 4 2 2 0 6:3 +3 8
21 South Africa A 4 2 2 0 7:1 +6 8
22 Cameroon 5 2 1 2 5:2 +3 7
23 Sierra Leone 4 2 1 1 5:3 +2 7
24 Mozambique 4 2 0 2 4:6 -2 6
25 Kenya 4 2 0 2 7:6 +1 6
26 Liberia 4 1 2 1 6:7 -1 5
27 Angola 4 1 2 1 5:4 +1 5
28 Mauritania 4 1 2 1 2:4 -2 5
29 Equatorial Guinea 3 1 1 1 4:4 0 4
30 Malawi 3 1 1 1 4:4 0 4
31 Togo 4 1 1 2 1:3 -2 4
32 Guinea-Bissau 4 1 1 2 3:3 0 4
33 Namibia 4 1 0 3 5:8 -3 3
34 São Tomé and Príncipe 4 1 0 3 3:12 -9 3
35 Zambia 3 1 0 2 1:3 -2 3
36 Central African Republic 4 1 0 3 3:11 -8 3
37 Comoros 4 1 0 3 3:6 -3 3
38 Rwanda 4 1 0 3 1:5 -4 3
39 Lesotho 4 1 0 3 2:9 -7 3
40 Ethiopia 4 1 0 3 2:7 -5 3
41 South Sudan 4 0 2 2 1:9 -8 2
42 Botswana 4 0 1 3 3:8 -5 1
43 Eswatini 4 0 1 3 2:10 -8 1
44 Mauritius 4 0 1 3 1:7 -6 1
45 Congo 3 0 1 2 2:5 -3 1
46 Tanzania 3 0 1 2 1:3 -2 1
47 Chad 4 0 1 3 4:9 -5 1
48 Sudan 4 0 1 3 0:4 -4 1
49 Zimbabwe H 4 0 1 3 0:3 -3 1
50 Somalia 4 0 0 4 0:9 -9 0
51 Burundi 4 0 0 4 0:6 -6 0
52 Seychelles 4 0 0 4 0:23 -23 0
53 Eritrea 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
54 Djibouti 4 0 0 4 1:13 -12 0

Team Form

Zimbabwe have won 0% of home games this season, South Africa 28.57% away. The form table below gives the full picture heading into this match.

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Won 0 (0%) 2 (28.57%)
Drawn 1 (33.33%) 3 (42.86%)
Lost 2 (66.67%) 2 (28.57%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Zimbabwe (33.33% BTTS at home) and South Africa (28.57% BTTS away) have both been involved in predominantly one-sided matches this season. A clean sheet for one side looks the more likely outcome.

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) 1 (33.33%) 2 (28.57%)

Match Goals

Zimbabwe have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 33.33% of home games, South Africa in 42.86% of away games. The full goals breakdown for both sides is in the table below.

Over Goals

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Over 0.5 Goals 2 (66.67%) 5 (71.43%)
Over 1.5 Goals 1 (33.33%) 4 (57.14%)
Over 2.5 Goals 1 (33.33%) 3 (42.86%)
Over 3.5 Goals 1 (33.33%) 1 (14.29%)

Under Goals

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Under 0.5 Goals 8 (33.33%) 5 (28.57%)
Under 1.5 Goals 9 (66.67%) 6 (42.86%)
Under 2.5 Goals 9 (66.67%) 7 (57.14%)
Under 3.5 Goals 9 (66.67%) 9 (85.71%)

Team Goals

Zimbabwe have scored 2+ goals in 0% of home games this season, South Africa in 28.57% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.

Goals Scored

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 1 (33.33%) 3 (42.86%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 1 (33.33%) 2 (28.57%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 0 (0%) 2 (28.57%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 0 (0%) 0 (0%)

Goals Conceded

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 2 (66.67%) 4 (57.14%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 1 (33.33%) 2 (28.57%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 1 (33.33%) 1 (14.29%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 0 (0%)

Goal Totals

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Total Goals Scored 2 (0.67 avg) 7 (1 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 4 (1.33 avg) 7 (1 avg)

Match Corners

Zimbabwe regularly reach high corner counts at home (66.67%), while South Africa are lower on the road (42.86%). The home side are likely to dominate the corner count in this fixture.

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Over 7.5 Corners 2 (66.67%) 4 (57.14%)
Over 8.5 Corners 2 (66.67%) 3 (42.86%)
Over 9.5 Corners 2 (66.67%) 3 (42.86%)
Over 10.5 Corners 1 (33.33%) 3 (42.86%)
Over 11.5 Corners 1 (33.33%) 2 (28.57%)
Over 12.5 Corners 1 (33.33%) 2 (28.57%)

Team Corners

Zimbabwe have moderate corner counts at home (6+ corners in 33.33% of games), and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 33.33% of home matches.

South Africa have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 57.14% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 14.29% of away matches.

Corners Won

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Over 4.5 Corners For 1 (33.33%) 5 (71.43%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 1 (33.33%) 4 (57.14%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 1 (33.33%) 4 (57.14%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 1 (33.33%) 2 (28.57%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 1 (33.33%) 1 (14.29%)

Corners Conceded

Zimbabwe (Home Form) South Africa (Away Form)
Last X Matches 3 7
Over 4.5 Corners Against 1 (33.33%) 1 (14.29%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 1 (33.33%) 1 (14.29%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 1 (33.33%) 1 (14.29%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 1 (33.33%) 1 (14.29%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 1 (33.33%) 0 (0%)

Head 2 Head

The head-to-head record below shows previous results between Zimbabwe and South Africa. Historical meetings can reveal patterns in how these sides match up — use this alongside the current form and stats above for a fuller picture before placing a bet.

7th Jun, 2025
South Africa
2 – 0 HT: 1-0
Zimbabwe
Corners 7–2 Cards 2–3 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
11th Jun, 2024
South Africa
3 – 1 HT: 1-1
Zimbabwe
Corners 12–2 Cards 1–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
11th Nov, 2021
South Africa
1 – 0 HT: 1-0
Zimbabwe
Corners 6–1 Cards 2–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
3rd Sep, 2021
Zimbabwe
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
South Africa
Corners 6–4 Cards 3–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
10th Sep, 2013
South Africa
1 – 2 HT: 0-0
Zimbabwe
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
15th Nov, 2011
Zimbabwe
2 – 1 HT:
South Africa
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
27th Jan, 2010
South Africa
3 – 0 HT: 0-0
Zimbabwe
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
10th Mar, 2008
South Africa
2 – 1 HT:
Zimbabwe
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for Zimbabwe vs South Africa across a range of markets — full time result, both teams to score, total goals, corners, and first half goals. Odds are sourced from leading bookmakers and are subject to change — always check with your bookmaker before placing a bet.

Full Time Result

Zimbabwe 30
Draw 5.7
South Africa 1.21

Half Time Result

Zimbabwe 15
Draw 2.24
South Africa 1.84

Double Chance

Zimbabwe or Draw 4.34
Zimbabwe or South Africa 1.16
Draw or South Africa 1.02

Both Teams to Score

Yes 4.8
No 1.25

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.54
Over 2.5 2.61
Over 3.5 5.34
Under 1.5 2.81
Under 2.5 1.61
Under 3.5 1.22

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.51
Over 1.5 3.5

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.69
Over 9.5 2.1
Over 10.5 3.62
Over 11.5 3.92

Zimbabwe Goals

Over 0.5 3.56
Over 1.5 19

South Africa Goals

Over 0.5 1.14
Over 1.5 1.72

Today's Football Acca

Statistical picks combined into a daily accumulator. Each selection backed by match data and recent form analysis.

⚽ Today's Over 2.5 Goals Acca
  • Breiðablik / Augn U19 vs FH / ÍH U19 20:30 BST | U19 League, Iceland Breiðablik / Augn U19 have seen over 2.5 goals in 5/6 home matches this season · FH / ÍH U19 have seen over 2.5 goals in 5/5 away matches this season · Odds: 1.3
    91% combined
  • Tartu Welco vs Nõmme Kalju U21 17:00 BST | Esiliiga A, Estonia Tartu Welco have seen over 2.5 goals in 5/5 home matches this season · Nõmme Kalju U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 4/5 away matches this season · Odds: 1.22
    90% combined
  • SønderjyskE U19 vs Nordsjaelland U19 15:00 BST | U19 League, Denmark SønderjyskE U19 have seen over 2.5 goals in 11/12 home matches this season · Nordsjaelland U19 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/12 away matches this season · Odds: 1.28
    79% combined
  • Kyzyl-Zhar vs Zhetysu 12:00 BST | Premier League, Kazakhstan Kyzyl-Zhar have seen over 2.5 goals in 5/6 home matches this season · Zhetysu have seen over 2.5 goals in 4/6 away matches this season · Odds: 2.2
    75% combined
Acca odds (approx) 4.47
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Zimbabwe vs South Africa Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for Zimbabwe vs South Africa?

BTTS – No — at least one side rarely sees both teams score, with Zimbabwe at 33.33% BTTS at home and South Africa at 28.57% away. A clean sheet for one side looks likely.

Which team is likely to win, Zimbabwe or South Africa?

South Africa hold a slight form advantage away (28.57% wins) over Zimbabwe at home (0% wins) in CAF World Cup Qualifiers. A competitive fixture with the visitors potentially having the edge.

Will both teams score in the match between Zimbabwe and South Africa?

Unlikely — Zimbabwe (33.33% BTTS at home) and South Africa (28.57% away) have both been involved in predominantly one-sided matches in CAF World Cup Qualifiers. A clean sheet for one side looks the more probable outcome.

Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between Zimbabwe and South Africa?

Uncertain — Zimbabwe have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 33.33% of home games, South Africa in 42.86% of away games in CAF World Cup Qualifiers. The stats don't point strongly in either direction.

Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Zimbabwe or South Africa?

South Africa have the stronger away scoring record — 2+ goals in 28.57% of away games compared to Zimbabwe's 0% at home. The visitors may be the more productive side.

Will there be many corners in the match between Zimbabwe and South Africa?

Possibly — Zimbabwe regularly reach high corner counts at home (66.67%), while South Africa are lower on the road (42.86%). The home side may drive the corner count in this fixture.

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