Sweden’s 5-0 World Cup thrashing of Italy on Saturday has left the door open for Banyana Banyana to progress from group G.
Matters are still not entirely in South Africa’s hands, but their prospects are looking up and the requirements fairly simple.
Had Italy drawn against Sweden goal difference with the Azzurri would have been a factor if they lost to Banyana. But now, if South Africa beat the Italians, Banyana will have four points and Italy three . If Argentina shock the Swedes, then goal difference comes into play between Banyana and the South Americans.
Alternately, if either won by a bigger margin, or Argentina won in a high-scoring game, then the goal difference and the goals scored scenario would change.Italy may be demoralised after such a huge loss against Sweden. Much will depend on the opening exchanges. If Banyana get on top of the Europeans their motivation could well sag.
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