CAN 2025 battle: Make your predictions, challenge the editors and win Google Play cards

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CAN 2025 battle: Make your predictions, challenge the editors and win Google Play cards

Battles 1 and 2 are already in the books—now it’s time for Battle 3! The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues to serve up suspense and high drama. Once again, this is your chance to put your football expertise to the test against our editorial team. The rules remain the same.

It's a real showdown between the editorial teams of three sites—Foot Africa, Dailysports, and Ratingbet—who share their expert predictions for these fixtures. But it's up to YOU to make your own calls in the comments section on the official media pages and compete for prizes.

For this third battle, five games from the third round of the CAN 2025 group stage are in the spotlight, featuring high-stakes clashes and crucial qualification battles.

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Matches to predict

Zimbabwe vs South Africa

Editors’ prediction: South Africa to win

After their defeat to Egypt (1-0) on matchday two and a victory over Angola (2-1), Bafana Bafana remain in contention with 3 points. Zimbabwe, with only 1 point after two draws (2-1 against Egypt and 1-1 with Angola), are playing their last card. South Africa should take the win to secure qualification.

Zambia vs Morocco

Editors’ prediction: Morocco to win

Hosts Morocco lead Group A with 4 points after an opening win (2-0 against Comoros) and a draw with Mali (1-1). Zambia, with 2 points (1-1 against Mali and 0-0 with Comoros), will be looking for an upset. But the Atlas Lions will be determined to finish top of their group in front of their home crowd.

Tanzania vs Tunisia

Editors’ prediction: Draw

A crucial match in Group C! Tunisia (3 points) lost a thriller against Nigeria (3-2) after beating Uganda (3-1) in their opener. Tanzania (1 point), who drew with Uganda (1-1) after an initial defeat to Nigeria (2-1), must win at all costs. The Carthage Eagles are favorites to clinch qualification, but the task won’t be easy.

Benin vs Senegal

Editors’ prediction: Draw

The big clash in Group D! Senegal, the group leaders with 4 points, thrashed Botswana (3-0) before being held by DR Congo (1-1). Benin (3 points) lost their opener to the Leopards (1-0) but bounced back in style with their first-ever CAN win over Botswana (1-0). The Teranga Lions are favorites to win the tournament, but the Cheetahs have proven they can spring a surprise.

Botswana vs DR Congo

Editors’ prediction: DR Congo to win

The Leopards (4 points) started strong with a win over Benin (1-0) and a draw with Senegal (1-1). Botswana are bottom with 0 points after two defeats (3-0 to Senegal, 1-0 to Benin) and will be playing for pride. DR Congo should seal their qualification here.

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Put your football knowledge to the test, make bold predictions, and show the editors who the real expert is!