South Africa dominated Zambia 3–1 in an International Friendly, controlling proceedings with 67 per cent possession and 14 shots to their opponents' five. The hosts' 4-2-3-1 setup proved effective against Zambia's 4-1-4-1 formation, with South Africa registering six shots on target and an xG of 0.96, though their conversion efficiency suggested some clinical finishing. Zambia offered limited attacking threat, mustering just one shot on target and 0.24 xG, with their goalkeeper making a 50 per cent save rate from six efforts faced. Despite the xG differential favouring South Africa by a considerable margin, Zambia managed a goal, indicating their solitary chance carried clinical execution. The victory underscores South Africa's superiority in this friendly encounter ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.