Uganda need just a draw to reach the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) when they face South Africa at the Mandela National Stadium.
The Cranes lead Group C with six points. South Africa sit third on four and must win to advance.
Burkinabé referee Vincent Kabore will blow the kick-off whistle at 6:00 pm (GMT+1), and fans can catch the action live on BeIN Sports MENA, BeIN Sports France, and SuperSport.
Uganda coach Morley Byekwaso said his players are ready to take their chance. “We know it will be a very tough game, but we are ready. This is our moment to make history. We are leading the group and want to maintain the solidity that has brought us here,” he said.
South Africa coach Molefi Ntseki put the focus on the hosts. “We are fully aware that this is a decisive game. For us, it is a final. The pressure is on Uganda, who are playing at home and are expected to win. We will focus on our strategy and take advantage of transition moments,” he said.
Uganda began with a 3-0 defeat to Algeria but recovered with victories over South Africa and Niger. They will be without midfielder Joel Sserunjogi, who is suspended, but Byekwaso insisted others can step in.
South Africa, who have drawn twice and beaten Guinea, know only victory will be enough. “This is a very important match,” Ntseki said. “We know that when we win, we progress to the quarter-finals.”
Bafana Bafana have won four and drawn two of their past six meetings with Uganda. The Cranes are still chasing their first victory against them.
Score Prediction:
Uganda have the advantage of a home crowd and need only a point, but history favours South Africa, who are unbeaten in six meetings with the Cranes. The hosts have momentum after two straight wins, while Bafana Bafana’s survival depends on a win, which could push them into taking more risks.
Let’s say Uganda 1–1 South Africa – enough to send the Cranes through and knock South Africa out.
