AFCON 2027 Qualifiers· Kick-off : Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 16:00 (UK time)
Kenya vs South Africa prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Kenya take on South Africa on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 16:00 (UK time), a AFCON 2027 Qualifiers fixture. Venue: Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi. It is a tight call: 25% for Kenya, 31% for the draw and 44% for South Africa.
Kenya have won just one of their last 5 matches (3 draws, 1 defeat), scoring 6 and conceding 3. Over their last 5 matches, South Africa have 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 9 and conceding 2. South Africa therefore arrive in far better shape than Kenya. On average Kenya score 1.20 and concede 0.60 goals per game; South Africa score 1.80 and concede 0.40. In the table, Kenya sit 4th with 1 points from 2 games, South Africa 1st with 6 points from 2. The two teams are close in the standings.
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Kenya and South Africa: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. In double chance terms, "Kenya or draw" stands at 56%, "South Africa or draw" at 75% and "no draw" at 69%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Kenya
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | Rwanda · International Friendlies | 0-0 | D |
| Oct 1, 2026 | Guinea · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 26, 2026 | Eritrea · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 1-1 | D |
| Jun 7, 2026 | Lesotho · International Friendlies | 4-0 | W |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Lesotho · International Friendlies | 1-1 | D |
South Africa
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 | Egypt · International Friendlies | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Eritrea · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 5-0 | W |
| Sep 26, 2026 | Guinea · AFCON 2027 Qualifiers | 2-1 | W |
| Jun 28, 2026 | Canada · FIFA World Cup | 0-1 | L |
| Jun 25, 2026 | South Korea · FIFA World Cup | 1-0 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| South Africa | 1 | 6 | 2 |
Head-to-head
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Kenya and South Africa: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.
Out and doubtful
Kenya
No absences reported.
South Africa
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Kenya
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- R. Onyango4/5
- F. Odhiambo3/5
- M. Obiero3/5
- M. Okwaro3/5
- O. S. Wilson3/5
- A. Omar2/5
- C. Erambo2/5
- H. Wesonga2/5
- J. Ochieng2/5
- M. Bajaber2/5
- M. Kibwage2/5
South Africa
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- I. Okon5/5
- O. Appollis4/5
- R. Mofokeng4/5
- R. Williams4/5
- T. Maseko4/5
- Y. Sithole4/5
- A. Modiba3/5
- E. Makgopa2/5
- I. Rayners2/5
- K. Mudau2/5
- K. Sebelebele2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Kenya vs South Africa prediction?
Our AI gives Kenya a 25% chance of winning, the draw 31% and South Africa 44%. South Africa are therefore slight favourites.
When and where is Kenya vs South Africa played?
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 16:00 (UK time), AFCON 2027 Qualifiers. Venue: Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi.
What form are Kenya and South Africa in?
Kenya: 1 win, 3 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 3 conceded). South Africa: 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (9 scored, 2 conceded).
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