Mamelodi Sundowns vs Esperance Predictions - Downs to secure spot in CAF Final
Mamelodi Sundowns are expected to secure a victory against Esperance in their CAF Champions League second-leg match at home, following their 1-0 win in the first leg. Sundowns have been in exceptional form, winning 10 of their last 11 home matches and remaining unbeaten in a string of contests. Despite Esperance's strong record with just three losses in their last 33 games, Sundowns' superior home performance and strategic advantages make them the favorites. A clean sheet win by 1-0 is anticipated to propel Sundowns into the finals.
- Mamelodi Sundowns tipped to win 1-0 and reach the final.
- Sundowns strong home form: 10 wins in their last 11 matches.
- Esperance strong with 3 losses in 33 matches, but face a tough challenge.
Sundowns backed to beat Esperance at home on Saturday (Getty Images).
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Esperance Predictions
Sundowns are backed to win this second leg at home. I see them winning 1-0 to reach the CAF Champions League final.
Key Stats – Sundowns in Top Home Form
- Mamelodi Sundowns have won 10 of their last 11 home matches.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have won 4 of their last 5 home CAF matches.
- Esperance are winless in 3 of their last 4 away CAF matches (1 loss, 3 draws).
- Esperance have seen BTTS No in 12 of their last 15 matches.
Head to Head – Narrow Lead for Tunisians
Esperance hold a 4-3 lead over Sundowns across 11 clashes with four draws.
The clubs met in the first leg a week ago. Sundowns won 1-0 away they survived a late onslaught.
Sundowns in Fine Form – On Track for Famous Double
Sundowns have one put in the CAF Champions League final after winning last week’s first leg. They have won 10 straight PSL matches and look set to retain their league crown.
They beat Stade Malien 3-2 in the quarter-finals. A 3-0 home win was followed by a 2-0 defeat in the second leg.
Two league wins followed: 4-1 at home to Chippa United and 1-0 at Durban City. They beat Esperance 1-0 last Sunday despite being outshot 17-7.
Esperance in Strong Form - Three Defeats in 33 Matches
ES Tunis have lost three of their last 33 matches across all competitions. Their last 11 matches have seen eight wins.
They beat Al Ahly in the last round of the CAF Champions League. A 1-0 win at home in the first leg was followed by a 3-2 victory in Egypt to reach the semi-finals.
ES Tunis won 5-0 at WS Hamma in the Tunisian Cup before a 0-0 league draw at Etoile Sahel. Their last match saw a 1-0 first-leg loss at home to Mamelodi Sundowns as they dominated for long parts.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Mamelodi Sundowns (4-2-3-1): Williams; Mudau, Cupido, Ndamane, Modiba; Mokoena, Adams; Morena, Sales, Matthews; Brayan Leon.
Coach Miguel Cardoso has left back Aubrey Modiba available after suspension. Grant Kekana is banned in defence after his red card in the first leg.
Nuno Santos and Monnapule Saleng are injury doubts. Mothiba Mvala is absent at centre back.
Esperance (4-1-4-1): Ben Said; Keita, Jelassi, Tougai, Ben Hamida; Ogbelu; Boualia, Teka, Konate, Diarra; Danho.
Esperance coach Patrice Beaumelle has a fully fit squad. Powerful forward Jack Diarra is pushing for a start.
Abdramane Konate is a key man in the engine room. He excelled in last week’s first leg.
Verdict
I'm tipping a Sundowns win with a clean sheet.
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