World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: South Africa vs Rwanda

South Africa host Rwanda in this World Cup qualifying encounter, with kick-off set for 12:00 on Tuesday 14 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Under 2.5 is Our Best Bet

The Total Goals market offers us the opportunity to back our Under 2.5 Goals prediction. South Africa and Rwanda might play out a fairly dull encounter and odds of -138 stick out on the coupon.

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Rwanda Came Out on Top in Last H2H Clash

South Africa played Zimbabwe on the road in their last game. It was a 0-0 World Cup qualifying draw.

Rwanda lost when they last played, being turned over 1-0 at home to Benin in the World Cup qualifier.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Rwanda had the edge in the most recent clash between these teams. They recorded a 2-0 home win over South Africa.

Africa World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	South Africa	9	4	3	2	12	9	3	12:9	15
4	Rwanda	9	3	2	4	5	6	-1	5:6	11

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South Africa vs Rwanda Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the edge with our best South Africa vs Rwanda picks: a key match prediction, correct score recommendation and a ready-made bet builder. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Match Prediction

After careful consideration, the betting odds of -138 for Under 2.5 Goals looks to be the best bet. Neither side can set the stage alight and this World Cup qualifying wager looks to be a sound one.

The team news that emerges can have an impact on the odds depending on which players are missing. Our football experts also study the form guide, while the latest stats are also checked before a World Cup qualifying verdict is reached.

Key South Africa vs Rwanda stats:

The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 South Africa games.
The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 South Africa games.
The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 South Africa games.
The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 5 Rwanda games.
The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Rwanda games on the road.
The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 16 of the last 20 Rwanda games.

Under 2.5 Probability

The betting apps are estimating that there is a 57.9% likelihood of this pick landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Bettors wanting to boost their odds might want to combine the Under 2.5 Goals pick with a specific side to land a victory. This is available through the Result & Total Goals market.

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Our Match Prediction

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Published 18:07, 12 October 2025

Correct Score Prediction

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2 - 0 Rwanda logo

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There could be merit in backing South Africa to win 2-0. Odds of +245 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Under 2.5 -138

Full-Time Result South Africa -450

Both Team To Score No -333

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South Africa vs Rwanda Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Taking No Chances With South Africa

The latest betting odds suggest that South Africa are convincing -450 favourites to claim a victory and that means a 82% probability of coming out on top in this World Cup qualifying encounter. Rwanda are regarded as a long shot to win and you can back them at +1800.

There is +102.5 available for South Africa -1.75 to beat Rwanda. This Asian Handicap wager will give you a half stake payout and half stake refund if they win by two. A 3+ goal victory and you get a full return.

Under 2.5 Goals is currently the betting favourite and a bet on this option would mean you need no more than two goals to be scored. The Both Teams to Score No pick is -333 if you’re expecting at least one side will fail to find the net.

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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

South Africa Stats

Rwanda Stats

Full-Time Result

6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.60 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 3.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 0.60 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 away matches

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South Africa vs Rwanda Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the South Africa vs Rwanda team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups as well as up-to-date injury news.