AFCON: South Africa vs DR Congo Prediction

EXPECTED XI

South Africa

PREDICTED XI (5-4-1): Williams; Mudau, Mashego, Xulu, Mvala, Modiba; Tau, Mokoena, Sithole, Zwane; Makgopa

DR Congo

PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Mpasi; Kalulu, Mbemba, Inonga, Masuaku; Pickel, Moutoussamy; Elia, Bongonda, Wissa; Bakambu

PREDICTION

Despite the common derision aimed at third-place playoffs, both teams will be keen to end their respective AFCON campaigns on a positive note. The Democratic Republic of Congo, as highlighted by their manager and demonstrated by the players' protest during their national anthem on Wednesday evening, are aiming to bring solace to those affected by the ongoing civil war in their country. With their attacking talent, DR Congo are capable of unlocking a tightly contested match, which this one is expected to be. They are narrowly favoured over the South Africans here.