Angola beats host South Africa to retain the COSAFA Cup

Angola retained their COSAFA Cup crown with a 3-0 victory over hosts South Africa in the 2025 final played at the Toyota Stadium in Mangaung on Sunday.

Angola’s back-to-back triumphs have taken their total wins in the competition to five, level with South Africa and behind only Zambia (seven) and Zimbabwe (six).

Comoros picked up the bronze medal with a 1-0 victory over fellow islanders Madagascar in the third-place play-off.

Comoros completed their best ever finish in the COSAFA Cup when they ended third thanks to a 1-0 victory over Madagascar in the bronze medal play-off.

Madagascar dominated possession and chances, but Comoros scored with their only shot on target as Ibroihim Youssouf netted the only goal of the game with a tap-in at the back post in the 77th minute.

Comoros led a quick break and when Kassim Hadji was played into space, he crossed the ball low into the penalty-box and Youssouf was on hand to score.

It is a seventh career goal in the COSAFA Cup for Youssouf as he extends his lead as Comoros’ top scorer in the regional competition.

Depu won both the Player of the Tournament and Golden Boot prize, while compatriot Neblu claimed the Golden Glove for best goalkeeper.

South Africa had some consolation when they took home the Fair Play award.