Goalless Draws Dominate COSAFA Group A Matches in Port Elizabeth

Two goalless draws marked the action at the Isaac Wolfson Stadium in Port Elizabeth during the HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA Cup 2024 Group A matches. The first encounter witnessed Mozambique facing off against Eswatini with both teams failing to find the net, ending in a 0-0 stalemate. Despite The Mambas’ efforts with 11 goal attempts compared to Eswatini’s six, the deadlock persisted.

The second match of the day featured hosts South Africa against familiar rivals Botswana and also ended in a goalless draw. The game was filled with excitement as both teams battled it out, leaving the group standings on a knife-edge. With all four teams tied on two points each, South Africa sits at the top of the table due to a better Fair Play record, boasting one less yellow card than Mozambique.

The tournament in Group A will culminate with South Africa squaring off against Eswatini and Mozambique clashing with Botswana in the upcoming matches.

The sporting action continues with Group B in the spotlight on Sunday at the Isaac Wolfson Stadium in Port Elizabeth. Fans can attend the matches for FREE, with tickets available at the USAVE Kwazakhele near the stadium on a first-come, first-served basis.

Guest nation Kenya, fresh off an impressive victory over defending champions Zambia, will face off against Comoros in search of a second consecutive win. Meanwhile, Zambia, looking for redemption after their loss, will take on Zimbabwe, who secured a 1-0 win against Comoros in their opener.

Zambia and Zimbabwe have a longstanding rivalry, having clashed in the COSAFA Cup on numerous occasions. The stakes are high for both teams as they aim to secure a spot in the semifinals, with only the group winners and the best-placed runner-up moving on.

All matches will be live-streamed on FIFA+, offering fans the opportunity to follow the tournament closely. Stay updated on the competition through the dedicated event page.