South Africa vs Uganda Prediction: The Cranes will struggle to find their footing against the hosts

On Friday, last year's AFCON runner-up, Bafana Bafana of South Africa, will hit the ground running when they face off against Uganda at the Orlando Stadium. The hosts will pull out all the stops to secure the maximum points against their opponent, who are looking to return to the competition since 2019. 

South Africa

FIFA Ranking: 57th

Last five games: WDDDW

The Bafana Bafana of South Africa have been firing on all cylinders lately, with ten games without defeat. South Africa head here with a (3-1) victory over Zimbabwe on their own turf. Before now, they settled for a (1-1) share of the spoils in Nigeria. 

South Africa's last appearance in this campaign earned them seven points from a combined twelve, finishing in second spot behind Morocco. Hugo Broos' men have invited an experienced side for this engagement, and we expect them to be stronger here.

Uganda

FIFA Ranking: 95th

Last five games: WLDWL

The Cranes have been in a rut lately, marching here with three victories in nine matches. It’s safe to say that all their wins have come against lowly-ranked teams. More recently, they suffered (1-2) loss on their ground against Algeria. 

After failing to appear in the just concluded AFCON tournament, Uganda will hope to make adjustments this time. Coach Paul Pat has few options to pick from as most of his players play in lower leagues, contributing to their struggles in recent years. 

Expert Betting Tips

South Africa have won two of their last meetings against Uganda. Bafana Bafana boys have been in top gear lately, extending their undefeated run to eight in all competitions. 

South Africa can't afford to lose here because a defeat can halt their dream of playing in the next edition of the AFCON Championship. If they put up the same level of effort they did against Zimbabwe here, Uganda might actually be in trouble.

Uganda will find it hard to find the back of the net here; bet on BTTS no 1.60.

We expect the hosts to win before the break for 2.11.

Good luck!