Group A heavyweights South Africa and Zimbabwe face off at Toyota Stadium on 7 June 2025 in a high-stakes COSAFA Cup clash. Both sides began their campaigns positively and now turn their focus to securing semi-final qualification.
- Match: South Africa vs Zimbabwe
- Competition: COSAFA Cup 2025 – Group A
- Date: Saturday, 7 June 2025
- Venue: Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein
- Kickoff: 15:00 CAT
South Africa vs Zimbabwe Preview
South Africa opened their 2025 COSAFA Cup campaign with a confident 1–0 win over Mozambique, thanks to their high-pressing U23 core and a moment of brilliance from Keagan Johannes. Coach Helman Mkhalele has favoured energy and pace, using the tournament as a platform for fringe senior internationals and Olympic hopefuls.
Zimbabwe, meanwhile, eased past Mauritius 2–0 in their opener. Their structure and sharp transitions were a clear highlight, with captain Tino Kadewere providing a focal point in attack. The Warriors haven’t lost in regulation time in six straight COSAFA matches.
Recent Form
South Africa: W-D-W-L-D
- 4 June – vs Mozambique – W 1–0
- 20 Mar – vs Zimbabwe – D 2–2
- 18 Mar – vs Eswatini – W 2–1
- 16 Mar – vs Zambia – L 0–1
- 14 Jan – vs Angola – D 1–1
Zimbabwe: W-D-D-L-D
- 4 June – vs Mauritius – W 2–0
- 25 Mar – vs Nigeria – D 1–1
- 20 Mar – vs South Africa – D 2–2
- 17 Nov – vs Algeria – L 0–1
- 14 Oct – vs Botswana – D 1–1
South Africa vs Zimbabwe Head-to-Head Record
- Last 5 meetings:
- 20 Mar 2025 – South Africa 2–2 Zimbabwe
- 11 Jul 2021 – South Africa 0–0 Zimbabwe (COSAFA)
- 6 Jul 2019 – Zimbabwe 1–2 South Africa (COSAFA)
- 2 Jun 2018 – South Africa 0–1 Zimbabwe (COSAFA)
- 11 Jul 2017 – Zimbabwe 4–3 South Africa (COSAFA final)
H2H Summary: Zimbabwe W2, South Africa W1, D2 (last 5)
South Africa vs Zimbabwe Betting Predictions
- Both Teams to Score – Yes
Both sides have scored in 4 of their last 5 H2H meetings. With Zimbabwe’s attacking intent and South Africa’s youthful exuberance, expect goals at both ends. - Over 2.5 Goals – Recommended
Past meetings have been open, with their March 2025 draw ending 2–2. With both sides chasing top spot in Group A, this could open up. - Result Prediction: South Africa 2–1 Zimbabwe
South Africa’s momentum and greater squad depth give them a slight edge, but expect Zimbabwe to push them all the way. - Anytime Goalscorer: Tino Kadewere (Zimbabwe)
A regular scorer at international level and already off the mark in COSAFA 2025, Kadewere is a strong shout.
