South Africa and DR Congo to Face Off in Africa Cup of Nations Third Place Play-Off

South Africa and DR Congo are set to face off in the Africa Cup of Nations third place play-off match following their semi-final disappointments. Both teams are determined to bounce back and secure a podium finish in the tournament. South Africa’s Grant Kekana will be suspended due to a red card, opening up opportunities for Nkosinathi Sibisi and Siyanda Xulu to partner Mothobi Mvala in defense. DR Congo’s Gael Kakuta, who returned from injury in the semi-final, is expected to feature again, with Yoane Wissa also set to start before returning to his club, Brentford, in the English Premier League. The much-anticipated Afcon third place match is scheduled to kick off at 9:00pm West African time on Saturday at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan.