All eyes will be on Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan as Benin and South Africa battle for supremacy in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday, 25 March 2025.
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Benin vs South Africa predictions: Hosts to hold their own
Key stats
- Benin Republic have not lost a home game since July 2022.
- Gernot Rohr's men are coming off three consecutive draws.
- South Africa are currently on a 16-match unbeaten run across all competitions.
- Bafana Bafana have opened the scoring in six consecutive matches.
Correct score prediction: Benin 1-1 South Africa
While South Africa have been a tough team to beat, they have no away wins in the World Cup qualifiers, although, to be fair, this match will be played on neutral ground.
That said, Bafana Bafana are up against a Benin side that drew three consecutive matches. On that note, we believe the spoils will be shared after 90 minutes.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bafana Bafana are expected winners
- HOME: 11/4 (3.75) – 26.7%
- DRAW: 13/8 (2.63) – 38.1%
- AWAY: 23/20 (2.15) – 46.5%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
South Africa maintained their perfect home record in the World Cup qualifiers with a 2-0 victory over Lesotho last Friday. Hugo Broos’ troops have enjoyed some fine form in recent months, stringing together a 16-match unbeaten run in all competitions.
Despite having a two-goal lead, Benin were held to a 2-2 draw by Zimbabwe in their previous game. They are now second in Group C, two points behind group leaders South Africa.
With that in mind, South Africa are the expected winners at 23/20 (2.15). Teams with these odds generally have a 46.5% probability of winning.
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It is also worth mentioning that five of Benin's last seven home games produced goals at both ends. On that note, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 27/20 (2.35). That one has a 42.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Bafana Bafana to complete the sweep?
Benin suffered a 2-1 defeat in the reverse fixture. They have clashed with South Africa on two occasions, losing both encounters.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 18/11/23
South Africa
Benin
Benin preview: Looking to get back to winning ways
Second-placed Benin will enter this clash without any injury concerns as they look to reclaim the top spot in Group C.
Predicted lineup: Dandjinou (GK), Kiki, Tijani, Roche, Moumini, D’almeida, Imourane, Hountondji, Dodo, Olaitan & Mounie.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 25/03/25
L
South Africa
2
Benin
0
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 20/03/25
D
Zimbabwe
2
Benin
2
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 18/11/24
D
Libya
0
Benin
0
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 14/11/24
D
Nigeria
1
Benin
1
African Nations C'ship Qualifying 25/10/24
L
Togo
2
Benin
0
South Africa preview: No new absentees
As for South Africa, first-choice goalkeeper Ronwen Williams is still expected to continue in goal despite his fitness concerns, as Broos' men target a positive result on the road to remain top of the standings.
Predicted lineup: Williams (GK), Mudau, Ngezana, Sibisi, Basadien, Mokwana, Adams, Mokoena, Mofokeng, Foster & Tau.
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 25/03/25
W
Benin
0
South Africa
2
Africa - World Cup Qualifying 21/03/25
W
Lesotho
0
South Africa
2
African Nations C'ship Qualifying 02/03/25
D
Egypt
1
South Africa
1
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 19/11/24
W
South Sudan
0
South Africa
3
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 15/11/24
W
Uganda
0
South Africa
2
Player to watch: Iqraam Rayners
Although Iqraam Rayners was on the field for only eight minutes in Bafana Bafana's 2-0 win over Lesotho, he was able to get two shots on target. The Mamelodi Sundowns forward has been in sensational form with eight direct goal involvements in his last seven appearances. He will fancy his chances against Benin.