The South African team managed to edge out Nigeria and Benin in a tough qualifying battle, finishing ahead by just one point. After that, they were knocked out by Cameroon in the first playoff round of the Africa Cup of Nations. In the current tournament’s first round, facing one of the hosts, Mexico, they responded to a couple of goals conceded only with red cards, ultimately losing deservedly.
The Europeans average 1.9 goals scored per match while conceding just 1.1. The African side averages one goal scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
Previous Matches: Czech Republic vs South Africa
The only previous meeting between these sides was at the Confederations Cup at the end of 1997, ending in a spirited 2-2 draw.
Koubek’s men are currently the stronger side. They are expected to win here (odds – 1.83).
Czech Republic vs South Africa: Key Statistics and Trends
Czech Republic lost for the first time in six matches
70% of Czech Republic’s games end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 3.0
South Africa has lost four of their last seven matches
60% of South Africa’s matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per game is 2.2
Czech Republic vs South Africa: Probable Starting Lineups
Czech Republic plays a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (probable lineup): Kovar – Krejci, Granac, Haloupek – Zeleny, Soyka, Soucek, Coufal – Schulz, Provod – Schick
South Africa plays a 1-5-3-2 formation (probable lineup): Williams – Modiba, Mudau, Mbokazi, Okon, Sibisi – Adams, Mbatha, Mokwuna – Foster, Rayners. Sithole and Zwane are suspended (red cards).
