Friendlies
Panama
Goal (Assist: C. Waterman)
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Goal (Assist: K. Mudau)
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South Africa 4-2-3-1 Hugo Broos
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Starters
- 1 R. Williams
- 6 A. Modiba
- 3 K. Ndamane
- 21 I. Okon
- 20 K. Mudau
- 13 S. Sithole
- 4 T. Mokoena
- 8 T. Moremi
- 11 T. Zwane
- 7 O. Appollis
- 9 L. Foster
Substitutes
2 T. Matuludi- 5 T. Mbatha
- 10 R. Mofokeng
12 T. Maseko- 14 M. Mbokazi
- 16 R. Leaner
- 17 E. Makgopa
- 18 S. Kabini
- 19 N. Sibisi
- 22 R. Goss
- 23 J. Adams
- 99 B. Hlongwane
Panama 3-4-2-1 Thomas Christiansen
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Starters
- 1 L. Mejia
- 5 R. Miller
- 3 J. Cordoba
- 4 M. Krug
- 15 E. Davis
- 14 C. Harvey
- 6 C. Martinez
- 2 C. Blackman
- 11 Y. Barcenas
- 21 C. Yanis
- 18 C. Waterman
Substitutes
- 7 Puma
- 8 A. Carrasquilla
- 9 K. Barria
- 10 I. Diaz
- 12 C. Samudio
- 13 J. Ramos
- 16 A. Andrade
17 J. Fajardo- 19 J. Gutierrez
- 20 A. Godoy
- 22 O. Mosquera
- 23 M. Murillo
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Match Statistics
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5 Shots on Goal 2
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6 Shots off Goal 1
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12 Total Shots 3
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1 Blocked Shots 0
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7 Shots insidebox 2
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5 Shots outsidebox 1
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12 Fouls 3
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5 Corner Kicks 1
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4 Offsides 5
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64% Ball Possession 36%
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1 Yellow Cards 2
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0 Red Cards 0
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1 Goalkeeper Saves 4
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587 Total passes 332
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515 Passes accurate 266
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88% Passes % 80%
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0 expected_goals 0
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0 goals_prevented 0
Head-to-Head Stats
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1. Match Summary
The match between South Africa and Panama ended in a 1-1 draw. Panama took the lead in the 23rd minute through Yoel Bárcenas, but South Africa responded quickly with a goal from Tshepang Moremi in the 48th minute. Despite South Africa dominating possession and creating more chances, Panama's goalkeeper Luis Mejía put in a strong performance to deny them the win. The game saw a flurry of substitutions in the second half as both teams looked for a decisive goal.
2. Team Performance Analysis
South Africa demonstrated clear dominance in possession (64% vs 36%) and overall attacking statistics. They recorded 12 total shots, with 5 on target, compared to Panama's 3 total shots and 2 on target. South Africa also had a significant advantage in total passes (587 vs 332) and pass accuracy (88% vs 80%). However, they struggled to convert their dominance into more goals, with Panama's goalkeeper making 4 crucial saves. The high number of offsides (4) suggests some issues with timing in their attacking runs. The 12 fouls committed also indicate a degree of frustration and potentially a lack of composure.
Panama played a more defensive game, focusing on absorbing pressure and hitting on the counter. While they were significantly outplayed in terms of possession and shots, they were efficient in their limited attacks, scoring from one of their few opportunities. Luis Mejía's performance in goal was vital, preventing South Africa from taking the lead. The team committed fewer fouls (3) but received two yellow cards, indicating a disciplined but potentially aggressive approach. Their lower pass accuracy suggests they were content with playing longer balls and relying on individual moments.