Morocco vs South Africa predictions, preview, team news, H2H | 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying

Morocco are back in action with another important qualifier this week as they face South Africa in a bid to qualify for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and have points to prove in this clash.

South Africa has not been at its best in recent weeks and needs to improve this month. The away side suffered a 5-0 defeat against France in March this year and will have to bounce back this week.

Morocco, on the other hand, have impressive players in their ranks and are looking to top their group. The hosts suffered a 3-0 loss at the hands of USA in the previous match and have a point to prove in this clash.

Head-to-Head Morocco vs South Africa

Morroco have a slight advantage over South Africa and have won three of the seven matches played between the two sides. South Africa have managed to pick up two wins against Morocco and are looking to equalize on Thursday.

The previous meeting between the two teams took place in 2019 and ended in a 1-0 win for Morocco. South Africa were poor on the day and have a point to prove this week.

Moroccan form guide: LWDLW

South Africa form guide: LDLWW

Team News Morocco vs South Africa

Morocco

Morocco have a fully fit squad and need to field a strong team this week. The hosts are unlikely to make drastic changes to their eleven players for this clash.

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south Africa

Terrence Mashego is injured at the moment and has been released from the national team. South Africa have built an impressive league system and need to maximize their talent this year.

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Prediction Morocco vs South Africa XI

Morocco Prediction XI (5-3-2): Yassine Bounou; Adam Masina, Nayef Aguerd, Romain Saiss, Ryan Mmaee, Achraf Hakimi; Azzedine Ounahi, Nordin Amrabat, Adel Taarabt; Ayoub El Kaabi, Youssef En-Nesyri

South Africa Prediction XI (4-3-3): Mark Williams; Maela Innocent, Nyiko Mobbie, Fagrie Lakay, Thibang Phete; Thapelo Morena, Yusuf Maart, Lebohang Maboe; Percy Tau, Keagan Dolly, Proof Makgopa

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Morocco vs South Africa Prediction

Morocco have outstanding players at their disposal but have not lived up to expectations on the international stage. The likes of Achraf Hakimi and Youssef En-Nesyri can hit their day and are looking to make their mark this week.

South Africa have also shown improvement in recent years but will need to play out of their skin on Thursday. Morocco are the better team on paper and should be able to win this game.

Prediction: Morocco 3-1 South Africa