Bafana Bafana must beat visitors Rwanda on Tuesday if they want to be part of the global football showpiece in North America. Rwanda are already out but will relish playing the role of spoiler. South Africa lost to Rwanda in the reverse fixture, but they are now massive favorites to win this game according to the bookmakers.
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South Africa vs. Rwanda Match Details
- Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Time: 18:00 CAT
- Venue: Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit, SA
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South Africa: form and statistics
South Africa failed to beat Zimbabwe last Friday, despite hitting the woodwork, dominating the possession, and playing against 10 men for about 30 minutes. Hugo Broos also came under some criticism for his conservative approach to the game, prioritizing defense over going all out. Bafana Bafana were docked 3 points and 3 goals by FIFA for fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho in March. The decision affected them, impacting points and goal difference. To qualify, South Africa will need to beat Rwanda and hope that Nigeria beats group leaders Benin, who are on 17 points. A draw in the West African clash means that Bafana Bafana will need to win by 2 or more goals to qualify.
South Africa possible starting lineup:
Williams; Mudau, Kabini, Sibisi, Modiba, Mokoena, Aubaas, Nkota, Mbule, Appollis, Foster
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Rwanda are fourth in Group C, having won three of their nine games and accumulating a total of 11 points. Amavubi has only one victory in their last five World Cup qualifiers and failed at home last week to spoil Benin's march to the top of the table with a 0-1 loss. Adel Amrouche's side beat South Africa 2-0 in the reverse fixture, with the win being one of only three in this campaign. They will arrive in South Africa with the sole aim of spoiling the party.
Rwanda possible starting lineup:
Ntwari; Kavita, Mutsinzi, Manzi, Niyomugabo, B. Mugisha, G. Mugisha, Muhire, Bizimana, Mickels, Nshuti
South Africa vs. Rwanda Match Prediction
Hugo Broos would have learned from the mistakes against Zimbabwe ahead of this one. For Bafana Bafana, it’s now or never. A win with a healthy margin will see them in with a chance, as long as Nigeria stops Benin in Uyo. Rwanda may harbor hopes of ruining the party, but the Amavubi are not a good side, with Amrouche likely overseeing his last game in charge. We predict that South Africa will win by at least two goals. Bet on South Africa over 1.5 goals.
South Africa vs. Rwanda Betting Odds
| Bookmakers | SA over 1.5 | SA to win 1st Half |
|---|---|---|
| Bet365 | 1.50 | 1.66 |
| 1xbet | 1.52 | 1.68 |
| Betway | 1.51 | 1.61 |
