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2025 AFCON: South Africa vs Cameroon: Preview, Kickoff time, TV channel & squad news

This is a massive game for both sides as they hope to get a favourable result that will keep alive their dream of winning the biennial competition going on in the North African nation of Morocco. This will be a massive match for coach Hugo Broos, who helped the Indomitable Lions win the 2017 edition.

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The Africa Cup of Nations has reached a critical juncture where there are no second chances. Given that South Africa struggled against 10-man Egypt and were given a run for their money by Zimbabwe, there are suggestions that it is time for Hugo Broos to tweak his lineups. But can the Belgian tactician afford to massively tweak his lineup when South Africa need to win to remain competing in Morocco?

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Predicting Bafana's XI to face Cameroon - All out attack! Mofokeng to start ahead of Sithole?

Bafana Bafana continue with their bid to be crowned African champions with a Last-16 showdown against Cameroon at Al Medina Stadium on Sunday. After a less convincing outing against Zimbabwe in their last Group game, they will be out to show that they are championship material.

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Recently, the AFCON organisers released the list of the players who they feel performed better in the initial stage of the biennial competition. No player from South Africa made the squad despite some strong showings from a couple of them, like the Burnley FC star Lyle Foster, as well as the Mamelodi Sundowns defender Khuliso Mudau.

Bafana to square off with Broos' former team in AFCON Round of 16

South Africa discovered their opponents following the last round of group stage matches on Wednesday. The 1996 African champions will battle it out with the Indomitable Lions this weekend, with a spot in the quarter-finals at stake.

Broos defends Foster & explains how Bafana teammates make it difficult for him

The Burnley star has been on the receiving end of criticism, especially when Bafana struggles. However, he has been quite influential in the ongoing finals, as he has scored twice and provided an assist. To become even better, Broos has suggested what his teammates must do to help the centre-forward become even more lethal.

Broos concedes lack of game control remains Bafana’s biggest concern

The South African side edged past Zimbabwe at the Stade de Marrakech on Monday evening in an enthralling five-goal encounter. Despite the Belgian's men emerging victorious and bringing the Warriors’ Africa Cup of Nations campaign to an end, a lack of consistency remained evident in the Mzansi outfit’s performance.

Appollis dazzles, but Lunga’s errors & SA’s shaky defence cast shadows on Bafana win

South Africa sealed their spot in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, joining Egypt as Group B runners-up after edging Zimbabwe 3-2 at Stade de Marrakech on Monday, December 29. The decisive victory capped a spirited group-stage run, ensuring Bafana Bafana’s journey continues into the knockout rounds with momentum and belief.

2025 AFCON: Zimbabwe vs Bafana - Preview, Kickoff time, TV channel & squad news

The regional rivals are clashing in a high-stakes encounter, each hoping to win and seal a place in the Round of 16. The stakes are even higher for the Warriors, as they need a straight victory to reach the knockout stage, while for Bafana, at least a draw will be enough for them to progress. With just a point needed for the 1996 Champions, coach Hugo Broos is confident his charges will get the job done despite the pressure on their shoulders.

Bafana's predicted XI to face Zimbabwe: Broos to drop Foster for Makgopa?

South Africa play their final Group B match against the Warriors at Stade de Marrakech on Monday, needing at least a draw to qualify for the Round of 16. Hugo Broos' side will be keen on picking themselves up from the defeat they suffered against Egypt on Friday. They come face-to-face with their stubborn neighbours who almost spoiled their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Salah penalty ends Bafana’s unbeaten run, as 10-man Egypt withstand SA in drama-filled clash

Bafana Bafana marched into Stade Adrar for their second Group B showdown, locking horns with the mighty Pharaohs on Friday, December 26. Fresh off a spirited 2-1 triumph over Angola in their opener, the South Africans carried momentum and belief, ready to test their mettle against Egypt in a clash brimming with drama, pride and continental stakes.

2025 AFCON: Egypt vs Bafana - Preview, Kickoff time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL gives you the details to follow South Africa's Group B clash with the Pharaohs at Grand Stade D’Agadir on Friday. Both teams won their opening games and will be out to build on that momentum. The winner of this Boxing Day showdown confirms their place in the Round of 16, as the loser might risk early elimination. While both sides might welcome a draw, the two former African champions will be going for the kill to stay safe and that is what ups the stakes.

Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana, December 2025

Predicting Bafana’s XI against Egypt: Broos to drop Bafana star who struggled against Angola?

After an opening win, the next duty for Bafana is to fight for a second consecutive victory that will heavily boost their chances of reaching the knockout stage. The match against Egypt is South Africa's biggest test yet, and how they navigate that challenge will show their level of readiness to compete. Already, the match against Angola gave the coach a glimpse of the fitness level of his players, and he is set to pick the best for the upcoming showdown.

Egypt to drop key star for Bafana showdown

In what could sound like good news for South Africa, it is reported that the Egypt head coach has decided to drop one of the Pharaohs' stars. The attacking midfielder featured against Zimbabwe in their opening game, and it has emerged that his coach has decided to bench him on Friday. South Africa and Egypt, tied on points, will meet in a showdown that is considered tough at this stage of the competition.

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AFCON: Bafana beat Egypt & the five things on GOAL's Christmas wishlist

South Africa’s AFCON 2025 adventure began with a spirited 2-1 win over Angola, powered by Oswin Appollis and Lyle Foster. Egypt, meanwhile, needed Omar Marmoush and Mohamed Salah’s stoppage-time strike to edge Zimbabwe 2-1. Now, Group B’s giants collide in Morocco, with Bafana Bafana dreaming of a Boxing Day miracle against the Pharaohs.

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The two attackers were making their debuts at the continental football competition and instantly impressed. One grabbed South Africa's winning goal while the other had a strike disallowed for offside as they were a constant threat to the Palancas Negras. In the end, South Africa bagged maximum points and got their Group B campaign off to an encouraging start.

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