South Africa vs Rwanda Prediction & Betting Tips (14 October)

This last day of the Qualifiers is important for South Africa, 2nd, which could take 1st place in this group C if it beats Rwanda with a minimum difference of 2 goals and if at the same time Benin does not win in Nigeria, 3rd, which can still qualify. Bafana Bafana have not lost since June 15 and are on a current streak of 8 matches without defeat. Foster's partners 2 goals remain on 1 success in Lesotho 0-3 and 2 draws against Nigeria 1-1 and Zimbabwe 0-0 during the last three days of these Qualifiers. Nothing is going well in Rwanda, which has suffered a series of defeats since last June and which lost all hope of qualification following its defeat against Benin 0-1, leader, on the last day.

Adel Amrouche's selection has therefore lost 4 of its last 5 meetings, in all competitions, in Algeria 2-0 and 2-0, in Nigeria 1-0 and in front of Benin 0-1. Fourth, 4 points from this 2nd place, Rwanda cannot rise to the level of South Africa in the event of a victory at Mbombela Stadium.

Both teams are coming off mixed results in Matchday 9. South Africa’s draw against Zimbabwe was a missed opportunity to widen the gap at the top, while Rwanda’s narrow loss to Benin has complicated their path to qualification. The stakes are high, and the pressure is mounting. South Africa will likely rely on their experienced core to navigate the intensity, while Rwanda may lean into their aggressive pressing and quick transitions. The midfield battle between Teboho Mokoena and Djihad Bizimana could be pivotal, dictating the tempo and flow of the game. With Nigeria and Benin lurking close behind, neither side can afford to drop points.

As anticipation builds for this crucial encounter, the margins for error are razor-thin. South Africa will be eager to avenge their earlier defeat, and Rwanda will aim to replicate their past success with renewed vigor. Given the current form and tactical setups, a tightly contested match is expected. South Africa’s experience and home support may give them the slight edge, but Rwanda’s tenacity ensures they won’t go down without a fight. Our prediction leans toward a 2-1 victory for South Africa—a scoreline that reflects both their urgency and Rwanda’s ability to keep things competitive until the final whistle.

• Summary: South Africa is going head to head with Rwanda starting on 14 Oct 2025 at 16:00 UTC at Mbombela Stadium stadium, Nelspruit city, South Africa. The match is a part of the FIFA World Cup, Qualification CAF, Group C .