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South Africa vs Mozambique

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COSAFA Cup Toyota Stadium (Free State)
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AI Match Summary

South Africa play Mozambique in the COSAFA Cup. It looks like a close match. Recently, South Africa averaged 1.2 goals scored and 0.9 conceded. Mozambique averaged 1.1 goals scored and 1.77 conceded. In past meetings, South Africa won 2, Mozambique won 2, and they drew 1. Their last match on Jun 10, 2025 ended 2:0. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.85 for South Africa and 0.99 for Mozambique. This points to a South Africa double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

43%
South Africa
25%
Draws
32%
Mozambique
Draw rate projection: 25% Favored: South Africa

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

74% / Medium Confidence
  • South Africa picked up more points recently compared to Mozambique.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.85 vs 0.99 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

Over 0.5 Goals 90%
Over 1.5 Goals 69%
Over 2.5 Goals 46%
Over 3.5 Goals 28%
Over 4.5 Goals 14%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 48%
South Africa Clean Sheet 23%
Mozambique Clean Sheet 10%
First Half Goal 62%
Second Half Goal 66%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric South Africa Mozambique
Matches Played 30 30
Wins 11 10
Draws 12 4
Losses 7 16
Goals Scored 1.2 1.1
Goals Conceded 0.9 1.77
Expected Goals (xG) 1.13 0.86
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.13 2.57

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Jun 10, 2025 Friendly International
South Africa vs Mozambique
2:0
Jun 4, 2025 COSAFA Cup
South Africa vs Mozambique
0:1
Jun 26, 2024 COSAFA Cup
South Africa vs Mozambique
1:1
Nov 17, 2022 Friendly International
South Africa vs Mozambique
2:1
Jul 13, 2022 COSAFA Cup
South Africa vs Mozambique
0:1

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

South Africa Compare

Avg xG / game 0.87
Avg xA / game 0.56

Mozambique Compare

Top Goalscorer Sumbane A.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 0.78
Avg xA / game 0.48

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

South Africa 43 / 100
Mozambique 31 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
South Africa Mozambique

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: South Africa or Draw (1X)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Home Win (HT)
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +23%
2.86
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +15%
2.50
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

South Africa attacking → ← attacking Mozambique

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

South Africa scored in 67% of their last 30 games.

Mozambique let in goals in 83% of their last 30 matches.

Games between these two average 1.80 goals.

South Africa went unbeaten in 3 of their last 5 games.

Mozambique lost 4 of their last 5 games.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

45 Points in last 5 34
1.13 Goals expected (xG) 0.86
1.13 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 2.57

League Standings

PosTeam P W D L GD Pts
1South Africa31112:14
2Zimbabwe31113:34
3Mozambique31112:34
4Mauritius30300:03
PosTeam P W D L GD Pts
1Angola32106:17
2Namibia31204:15
3Lesotho31021:73
4Malawi30120:21
PosTeam P W D L GD Pts
1Madagascar21102:14
2Tanzania21012:23
3Eswatini20112:31
4Morocco00000:00
PosTeam P W D L GD Pts
1Comoros21101:04
2Botswana20203:32
3Zambia20113:41