Mozambique and Mauritius go head-to-head in an early COSAFA Cup 2025 Group A elimination clash at Toyota Stadium. With both sides suffering opening-day defeats, this fixture could determine who stays in the running for a semi-final place.
- Match: Mozambique vs Mauritius
- Competition: COSAFA Cup 2025 – Group A
- Date: Saturday, 7 June 2025
- Venue: Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein
- Kickoff: 12:00 CAT
Mozambique vs Mauritius Preview
Mozambique narrowly lost their opening fixture 1–0 to hosts South Africa, conceding late despite a gritty defensive display. They’ll need to show more attacking intent here, with coach Chiquinho Conde expected to tweak the midfield shape to spark transitions.
Mauritius struggled to create chances in their 2–0 defeat to Zimbabwe. Although they’ve shown flashes of potential in recent friendlies, their record at COSAFA level remains poor — six straight group-stage losses now stretch back several editions.
This feels like a must-win for both sides if they’re to harbour any hope of reaching the semi-finals.
Recent Form
Mozambique form: L-D-W-D-L
- 4 June – vs South Africa – L 0–1
- 25 Mar – vs Malawi – D 1–1
- 22 Mar – vs Seychelles – W 2–0
- 18 Mar – vs Botswana – D 0–0
- 15 Jan – vs Angola – L 1–2
Mauritius form: L-D-L-L-D
- 4 June – vs Zimbabwe – L 0–2
- 23 Mar – vs Eswatini – D 3–3
- 20 Mar – vs Cape Verde – L 0–1
- 19 Nov – vs Hong Kong – L 0–1
- 3 Sep – vs India – D 0–0
Mozambique vs Mauritius Head-to-Head Record
- Last meeting:
- 5 Jul 2019 – Mozambique 1–0 Mauritius (COSAFA Plate SF)
- Overall record:
- Mozambique W3, Mauritius W1, D1 (last 5 meetings)
Mozambique have had the better of this fixture historically, especially in COSAFA competitions.
Players to Watch
🇲🇿 Mozambique: Witi – The winger offers pace and a direct threat down the flanks. Expect him to be heavily involved in creating chances.
🇲🇺 Mauritius: Ashley Nazira – Mauritius’ main attacking outlet. If they’re to score in this year’s tournament, Nazira is the likeliest source.
Mozambique vs Mauritius predictions, sure wins
- Mozambique to Win – Recommended
Mozambique looked well-organised against South Africa and have beaten Mauritius in their last two COSAFA meetings. - Under 2.5 Goals – Likely
Both sides have struggled in front of goal, and this may be a low-scoring affair decided by a single moment. - Correct Score Prediction: Mozambique 1–0 Mauritius
Mozambique’s slight edge in squad depth and tournament experience gives them the nod in a tight contest. - Anytime Goalscorer: Witi (Mozambique)
Dangerous on the counter and a set-piece threat, Witi represents good value as a goalscorer.
