Match statistics snapshot
- South Africa fired more attempts (11 vs 4 shots).
- South Africa was more accurate in front of goal (36% on target vs 25%).
- South Africa held more of the ball (64% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Benin | Statistic | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Expected goals (xG) | ||
| 3 | Offsides | 2Lead |
| 2 | Shots inside the box | 7Lead |
| 3 |
| Shots off target |
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| 3 |
| 1 | Shots on target | 4Lead |
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| 2 | Shots outside the box | 4Lead |
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| 4 | Total shots | 11Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Benin | Statistic | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| 36% | Ball possession | 64%Lead |
| 80% | Pass accuracy | 87%Lead |
| 234 | Accurate passes | 452Lead |
| 293 | Total passes | 520Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Benin | Statistic | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Corner kicks | 6Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Benin | Statistic | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Blocked shots | 4Lead |
| 2Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
| Goals prevented |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Benin | Statistic | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| 9Lead | Fouls | 13 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2 | Yellow cards | 0Lead |