Zimbabwe vs South Africa Live: Warriors Play Without Legend Musona
The highly anticipated match between Zimbabwe and South Africa will take place on December 29, 2025. This encounter is part of Group B in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations at the Grand Stade de Marrakech, kicking off at 17:00 Paris time. This game is critical for South Africa, as they seek qualification for the knockout stages.
Match Overview
Zimbabwe’s Warriors will face the Bafana Bafana, who currently sit second in Group B with three points. After an initial win against Angola (2-1), South Africa dropped a match to Egypt (1-0). They now find themselves needing a positive result against the Warriors to secure their progression to the Round of 16.
Zimbabwe’s Situation
Zimbabwe, on the other hand, has had a challenging tournament. They managed to earn a draw against Angola (1-1) but have yet to register a victory. With only one point in the standings, the Warriors must win to keep their hopes alive in the tournament.
Current Group B Standings
| Team | Points | Matches Played |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 6 | 2 |
| South Africa | 3 | 2 |
| Zimbabwe | 1 | 2 |
| Angola | 1 | 2 |
Team Line-ups
Here are the expected line-ups for both teams:
- Zimbabwe: Arubi, Takwara, Garananga, Lunga, Dube, Fabisch, Antonio, Galloway, Msendami, Nakamba, Maswanhise
- South Africa: Williams, Mbokazi, Ngezana, Mudau, Modiba, Mokoena, Sithole, Mbule, Moremi, Appollis, Foster
How to Watch
Fans can catch the action live on December 29. The match will be available on beIN Sports in France and various channels across Africa, including Canal+ CAN and New World TV.
This clash between the Warriors and Bafana Bafana promises to be thrilling as both teams face high stakes in this crucial matchday of the Africa Cup of Nations.