Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Zimbabwe-South Africa, the likely lineups

Africa Cup of Nations Group B closes Monday with the match between Zimbabwe and South Africa. Kickoff at 5 p.m. at Marrakech Stadium. To clinch the round of 16, the Warriors need a tricky set-up: beat South Africa – who would only need a draw – and simultaneously hope for Angola’s knockout against an already qualified Egypt. The ‘Bafana Bafana’ on the other hand, a draw, as mentioned, is enough to clinch qualification.

Commissioner Marinica is expected to bet on the Musona-Bonne offensive tandem, with Nakamba ready to drop back in defense to allow Antonio to slot into the middle of the field.

Broos confirms the 4-3-3 with a sturdy trident formed by Moremi, Foster and Appollis, while Mbatha and Sithole are given the task of half-backs to support the offensive maneuver.

Probable lineups

Zimbabwe (3-5-2): Arubi; Takwara, Nakamba, Galloway; Jalai, Dube, Fabisch, Antonio, Lunga; Bonne, Musona. Coach: Marinica.

South Africa (4-3-3): Williams; Mudau, Ngezana, Mbokazi, Modiba; Mbatha, Mokoena, Sithole; Moremi, Foster, Appollis. Coach: Broos.