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AI Match Summary
South Africa play Botswana in the COSAFA Cup 2024. It looks like a close match. Recently, South Africa averaged 1.16 goals scored and 0.87 conceded. Botswana averaged 0.75 goals scored and 1.43 conceded. In past meetings, South Africa won 4, Botswana won 0, and they drew 1. Their last match on Jun 29, 2024 ended 0:0. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.31 for South Africa and 0.75 for Botswana. This points to a South Africa double chance or over markets.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
- South Africa picked up more points recently compared to Botswana.
- Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.31 vs 0.75 xG).
- Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the home side.
- Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | South Africa | Botswana |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 31 | 28 |
| Wins | 11 | 6 |
| Draws | 13 | 8 |
| Losses | 7 | 14 |
| Goals Scored | 1.16 | 0.75 |
| Goals Conceded | 0.87 | 1.43 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.13 | 0.25 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.25 | 1.50 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Sokapicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Attack & Defence Capability Index
Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Value Bet Detector (+EV)
Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds
Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations
Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries
Sokapicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
South Africa scored in 65% of their last 31 games.
Botswana let in goals in 71% of their last 28 matches.
Games between these two average 1.60 goals.
South Africa went unbeaten in 3 of their last 5 games.
Botswana lost 4 of their last 5 games.
Interactive Team Comparison Slider
Side-by-side comparison of team metrics
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mozambique | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4:2 | 5 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2:1 | 5 |
| 3 | Eswatini | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0:1 | 2 |
| 4 | Botswana | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:3 | 2 |
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Comoros | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:1 | 6 |
| 2 | Kenya | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Zimbabwe | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 6 |
| 4 | Zambia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:5 | 0 |
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angola | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Namibia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:2 | 7 |
| 3 | Seychelles | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:7 | 1 |
| 4 | Lesotho | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:6 | 1 |