South Africa delivered a commanding performance to defeat Congo 5-0 in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
The victory put Bafana Bafana top of Group K on goal difference, ahead of Uganda who beat South Sudan.
Teboho Mokoena starred for the hosts, opening the scoring with a powerful header from a corner in the 13th minute. He doubled the lead 14 minutes later with a spectacular long-range effort.
Bathusi Aubaas added a third before half-time, heading in Oswin Appollis’ cross.
South Africa continued to dominate after the break, with Lyle Foster tapping in a fourth and Iqraam Rayners capitalising on a goalkeeping error to complete the rout.
Congo struggled to create chances, with South Africa’s defence and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams proving resolute throughout.
The comprehensive victory puts South Africa in a strong position to qualify for the tournament in Morocco, with their attacking prowess sure to worry future opponents.
