MC Alger vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions - Downs to draw away against former coach
In this much-anticipated match, MC Alger and Mamelodi Sundowns are set to square off in a tightly contested game. MC Alger boast an impressive unbeaten record in home matches and a largely solid defensive lineup, despite some key injuries. Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns enter the game with formidable form and a few notable absences. Both teams have seen matches with under 2.5 goals recently, suggesting a likely low-scoring affair. The prediction points towards a 1-1 draw as both teams aim to showcase their skills on a significant stage.
- MC Alger boasts an 11-match unbeaten home record.
- Both teams are known for low-scoring games, often under 2.5 goals.
- 1-1 draw predicted in a closely contested match.
MC Alger coach Rhulani Mokwena to avoid defeat against his former club on Friday (Getty Images).
MC Alger vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions
This is a big grudge match for Sundowns against their former coach. I see the match being a tight affair and ending in a draw.
- MC Alger vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions
- Head to Head
- MC Alger Form & Team News
- MC Alger Predicted Lineup
- Mamelodi Sundowns Form & Team News
- Mamelodi Sundowns Predicted Lineup
- MC Alger are unbeaten in 11 home matches.
- MC Alger have seen Under 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 8 matches.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have drawn 4 of their last 8 away matches.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have seen Under 2.5 goals in 8 of their last 9 away matches.
Head to Head
This is the first-ever meeting between these clubs.
MC Alger Form & Team News
MC Alger sit top of Algeria’s Ligue 1 with seven wins in eight matches. They have four games in hand over the team around them.
A 0-0 home draw with Comoros side Colombe was enough to seal progress on away goals in a CAF qualifier. Three straight 1-0 league wins followed as their defence looked rock solid.
MC Alger lost 2-1 in their CAF Champions League Group Stage opener. They lost away to Al Hilal Omdurman in a match played in Rwanda.
South African coach Rhulani Mokwena will have a big point to prove to his former club here. Ayoub Ghezala is a major injury doubt after only lasting 13 minutes last weekend.
Midfielder Abdelkader Menezla is out with a long-term knee injury. Guinean striker Mohamed Bangoura is another who is out injured for this match.
MC Alger Predicted Lineup
Guendouz; Halaimia, Khelif, Abdellaoui, Bougerra; Zunon, Tabti, Benhaoua; Naidji, Bayazid, Ferhat.
Mamelodi Sundowns Form & Team News
The Brazilians won their opening CAF Champions League group match. They sit top of the Betway Premiership table.
Sundowns thrashed Remo Stars 5-1 away in Nigeria before a 2-0 home win in the second leg to reach the Champions League Group Stages. A 1-1 draw followed at home to title rivals Orlando Pirates.
Before the FIFA break, they beat TS Galaxy 1-0 with 77% possession and 18 shots. Their last match saw a 3-1 home win over Saint Eloi Lupopo in their CAF Group C opener with a 21-9 shot count.
Coach Miguel Cardoso is without strikers Lebo Mothiba and Peter Shalulile due to injury. Themba Zwane is back from injury, but this match may come too soon for him to start.
Right back Thapelo Morena is back from a groin injury. Arthur Sales could return to the XI, while centre back Mothobi Mvala is ruled out.
Mamelodi Sundowns Predicted Lineup
Williams; Mudau, Kekana, Cupido, Modiba; Allende, Mokoena; Sales, Nuno Santos; Rayners, Matthews.
Verdict
I see this match ending in a draw. I'm backing a 1-1 score as both sides have been seeing under 2.5 goals in their fixtures.
Draw
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