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Lesotho and Angola lock horns at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha, South Africa on Wednesday in their final group fixture at the 2024 COSAFA Cup.
With four points in two games, Angola are currently at the top of Group C, ahead of Namibia on goal difference. Yet, their progression is not officially confirmed, although a draw would be enough for them to seal their place in the semi-finals.
The Black Sable Antelopes began their campaign with a 0-0 draw with Namibia before a 3-2 comeback victory over the Seychelles on matchday two, which boosted their chances of reaching the next round.
Depu had them in front after the ninth minute before Johan Gamatice equalized for the island side 17 minutes later. Brandon Labrosse made it 2-1 for the Seychelles just seconds into the restart, but Depu equalized soon after to bring up his brace before Maestro struck the winner with only 11 minutes remaining on the clock.
On the other hand, Lesotho are at the bottom of the standings with just a solitary point in the bag. They were held to a 1-1 draw by Seychelles before going down 2-1 to Namibia in their next.
If the southern African outfit are to keep their progression hopes alive, they must beat Angola in their last group match.
Lesotho vs Angola Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- There have been 11 clashes between the sides in history, with Angola winning on seven occasions and losing just thrice.
- This fixture has seen just one draw in its history - a goalless stalemate in October 2014 in the African Cup of Nations qualifiers.
- These sides have met seven times in the COSAFA Cup, with Angola winning five times, including their 4-2 win last year.
- In eight official games this year, Lesotho have won just twice: a 2-1 win over Ethiopia in a friendly on 21 March 2024, and then a 2-0 win over Zimbabwe in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.
Lesotho vs Angola Prediction
Angola will have their confidence boosted following a spirited display in their last match. Their superior head-to-head record in the fixture also gives them a psychological advantange in the tie. It could be a close enounter, but we expect the Black Sable Antelopes to prevail.
Prediction: Lesotho 0-2 Angola
Lesotho vs Angola Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: Angola to win
Tip 2 - Goals over/under 2.5: Under 2.5 goals
Tip 3 - Both teams to score: No
