THE FACTS
When is South Africa vs Italy on and what time does it start? South Africa vs Italy will take place on Wednesday 2nd August, 2023 – 08:00 (UK)
Where is South Africa vs Italy taking place? South Africa vs Italy will take place at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, New Zealand.
Where can I get tickets for South Africa vs Italy? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for South Africa vs Italy
What channel is South Africa vs Italy on in the UK? South Africa vs Italy will be televised live via the BBC Red Button
Where can I stream South Africa vs Italy in the UK? South Africa vs Italy can be streamed on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website
THE LOWDOWN
SOUTH AFRICA
ITALY
THE TEAM NEWS
SOUTH AFRICA
PREDICTED XI (4-4-2): Swart; Ramalepe, Mbane, Gamede, Dhlamini; Holweni, Jane, Motlhalo, Magaia; Kgatlana, Seoposenwe
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ITALY
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Durante; Di Guglielmo, Linari, Salvai, Boattin; Giugliano, Dragoni; Bonansea, Girelli, Beccari; Giacinti
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THE KEY STATS
THE PREDICTION
Having finally broken their duck and secured their first ever FIFA Women’s World Cup point, South Africa will be aiming to go one better and will deploy a highly-offensive style of play against Italy with three points needed to leapfrog their opponents in Group G. However, you’d expect Italy to counter that with a solid defensive set-up, keeping numerous bodies behind the ball out of possession and making it as hard as possible to break them down. Having said that, Le Azzurre will be well aware of the deficiencies among South Africa’s backline, who have conceded twice in both their group games so far and it’s hard not to see them getting on the scoresheet at least once. With that in mind, consider utilising the double chance market to back either an Italian win or draw.
TIP: DOUBLE CHANCE – DRAW/ITALY