Angola will welcome South Sudan on Saturday, November 14, as both nations continue their campaign in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
The Group B encounter, which is the third round of the qualifying campaign, will take place at the Estádio 11 de Novembro in Luanda, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 PM local time.
The Palancas Negras head into the encounter as favourites, having made a promising start to their qualification campaign.
Angola began with a goalless draw against Egypt before recording an impressive 3-1 victory over Malawi in their second fixture.
That result strengthened their position in Group B, taking their points tally to four and keeping them firmly in contention for a place at the 2027 AFCON tournament.
Playing in front of their home supporters, Angola will be determined to secure another victory and maintain pressure on group leaders Egypt.
However, South Sudan arrive in Luanda with plenty to prove following a difficult start to their qualifying campaign.
The Bright Stars have lost their opening two matches, including a 2-1 defeat against Malawi and a heavy 5-0 loss to Egypt.
Sitting at the bottom of Group B without a point, South Sudan desperately need a positive result to revive their qualification hopes.
Their biggest challenge will be containing Angola’s attacking threats while improving their defensive organisation.
The hosts will also be looking to capitalise on their home advantage and take maximum points before the return fixture against South Sudan in Juba on November 17.
With Angola chasing another important victory and South Sudan fighting to get their campaign back on track, an entertaining encounter is expected in Luanda.
Here is how both teams line up
Angola Starting XI
Hugo, Marsoni, Gaspar, Sandro, Buatu, Pedro, Maestro, Keliani, Milson, Gibele, Mabululu
South Sudan Starting XI
Mawith, Gatbel, Debele, Yuel, Dwang, Maker, Kur, Valoroso, Angier,Kuol, Atendele, .
