This evening in Casablanca, Ghana face Banyana Banyana in the battle for third place at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. After memorable semi-final runs, Ghana narrowly lost to Morocco via penalties, and South Africa were edged out by Nigeria in stoppage time; both sides will be desperate to end the tournament on a high. Let’s look at the betting preview and prediction for this encounter.
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Betting Preview
Ghana’s journey at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations has sparked criticism back home, with pundits calling for a full reset. The Black Queens struggled early on, losing 2-0 to South Africa and sharing the spoils in a 1-1 draw with Mali.
Despite finishing level on points with Mali in Group C, Ghana narrowly advanced to the quarter-finals on goal difference. They edged Algeria in a tense penalty shootout after a goalless draw, but will need to raise their game to prove they belong on the podium.
South Africa’s title defence came to a halt in heartbreaking fashion, falling 2-1 to Nigeria in a fiercely contested semi-final in Casablanca. Michelle Alozie’s dramatic 94th-minute winner dashed Banyana Banyana’s hopes of back-to-back crowns, but they remain determined to leave Morocco with a medal.
Banyana have claimed bronze twice before, back in 2006 and 2010, and will be aiming for a third. While they enter the playoffs as favourites, they cannot afford to take Ghana lightly. The Black Queens are desperate to restore some pride and will be out to avoid a second loss to South Africa in this tournament.
Recent Form & Stats
- Head-to-head this tourney: South Africa beat Ghana 2‑0 in the group stages.
- South Africa form (last 5): W‑D‑W‑D‑L – Goals for/against: 8/3.
- Ghana form (last 5): D‑D‑W‑D‑L – Goals for/against: 6/6.
- Defensive edge: South Africa have conceded only three goals in the entire competition, while Ghana have relied heavily on penalty shootouts for progression.
Best Bets & Predictions
Prediction: South Africa to win at 1.92.
Best Bet: South Africa to win & under 2.5 total goals at 3.50.
Alternative Bet: Under 2.5 total goals at 1.56.
