South Africa and Namibia clashed in a decisive Afcon 2023 match on Sunday. The Namibians, with the opportunity to qualify in the event of a favorable result, were determined to seize the chance after the draw between Mali and Tunisia the day before. For Bafana Bafana, with their backs against the wall after their defeat on the first day, victory was imperative and that is exactly what happened for the South Africans who won 4-0.
South Africa did the job, Hugo Broos’ men were able to be decisive. They opened the scoring from the penalty spot thanks to Tau in the 15th minute (1-0). Zwane then made the break with a curling shot in the 26th minute (2-0). Shortly before half-time, he scored the double (3-0, 40th).
Returning from the locker room, Maseko widened the gap with a fourth goal in the 75th minute (4-0).
The South Africans then masterfully managed their comfortable lead to achieve their first success in the competition. With this victory, Bafana Bafana overtakes their evening opponent in the standings and takes second place in the group behind Mali (4 points). Tunisia brings up the rear with a single point.
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