June 13th COSAFA Cup - Angola VS Madagascar Prediction
COSAFA Cup - Angola VS Madagascar
Match Time:13-06-2025 21:00 Friday (GMT+8)
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Angola
Angola, the defending champions, have been formidable in the 2025 COSAFA Cup, topping Group B with seven points from three matches. Their campaign started with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Namibia, followed by a commanding 4-0 win over Lesotho and a 2-0 victory against Malawi. Led by coach Pedro Gonçalves, Angola boasts a squad with foreign-based talents like Randy Nteka (Rayo Vallecano) and Depú, the tournament’s leading scorer with four goals. Their attacking prowess (2.3 goals per game average) and solid defense (0.3 goals conceded per game) make them favorites. However, recent inconsistent form in World Cup qualifiers (no wins in last three matches) could be a concern.
Madagascar
Madagascar, under coach Hemed Suleiman, reached the semifinals as one of Group C’s best runners-up, sneaking through a three-team bracket with a draw against Eswatini. Their journey has been less convincing, with no specific match results detailed, but their best COSAFA finish was third place in 2015. Madagascar’s strength lies in their consistent 4-3-3 formation and squad stability, but they lack Angola’s firepower and tournament pedigree. Their recent 3-0 loss to Ghana in World Cup qualifiers highlights defensive vulnerabilities.
Head-to-Head
This is the first meeting between Angola and Madagascar in the COSAFA Cup, though they have faced off eight times in Africa Cup of Nations and CHAN qualifiers. Angola remains unbeaten, with two wins and six draws. Past encounters have been low-scoring, with all eight producing under 2.5 goals. A notable result was a 0-0 draw in a 2023 AFCON qualifier.
Prediction: Angola 2-0 Madagascar
Angola enters as strong favorites, given their dominant tournament form, superior squad depth, and unbeaten record against Madagascar. Depú’s goal-scoring threat and Angola’s defensive solidity should overwhelm Madagascar’s less potent attack. However, Madagascar’s disciplined setup could keep the game tight, as seen in their historical low-scoring draws. Expect Angola to control possession and capitalize on their chances, while Madagascar struggles to break through. Angola’s attacking edge and home support (match at Free State Stadium) should secure a comfortable win, likely via a Depú goal and a late strike. The game may start cautiously, but Angola’s quality should prevail.
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