South Africa vs DR Congo Match Preview
On February 10, South Africa and the Democratic Republic of the Congo will square off at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The game is for the 3rd and 4th place in the Africa Cup of Nations. Follow this article for the best soccer analysis about this upcoming game.
South Africa Analysis: Following a loss versus Nigeria
After the mental and physical strain of playing extra time in the quarterfinals and semifinals, it will be interesting to see what South Africa has left in the tank when they play in the 3rd-place match. Hugo Broos’s team may still be in shock following their defeat by Nigeria on Wednesday, as they had taken the Super Eagles by surprise in the first half with their back three substitution and better cohesion. Despite enjoying joy between the lines and taking advantage of the West African nation’s passive structure without the ball, the three-time champions maintained a high defensive line but did not put much pressure on the opponent in possession, South Africa was unable to pull ahead.
DR Congo Analysis: 3rd semi final lost in a row
Even though the team they play on Saturday did not suffer a crushing loss like South Africa did against Nigeria, Congo DR’s quest for a first continental championship since 1974 still stands. After halftime, Sebastien Haller’s unconventional 65th-minute finish looped over Lionel M’pasi to seal the Leopards’ unwelcome run of missing out on the championship game. Sebastien Desabre’s team lost 1-0 to the Elephants. DRC enters the 3rd-place match eager to finish their tournament on a high note. They have lost their last 3 semifinals, losing to Ivory Coast in 2015 and South Africa in 1998.
Stay tuned for the best soccer analysis about the Africa Cup of Nations and the remaining match.
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South Africa vs DR Congo Match Information
- Date: 02/10/2024
- Time: 03:00 PM ET
- Location: Felix Houphouet-Boigny, Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
- How to Watch South Africa vs DR Congo: ESPN+
- Live Stream: fubo.tv
