Orlando Pirates vs Lioli FC Predictions - Sea Robbers to cruise past Lesotho champions
Orlando Pirates are poised for another convincing win against Lioli FC after a 3-0 away victory in the CAF Champions League qualifying first leg. Despite plans for heavy changes in the starting XI, Pirates' recent form—four straight league wins and the MTN8 Cup—suggests depth and quality in the squad. Key regulars may be rested, but predictions remain confident of a 3-0 home win. Lioli FC performed well for a half last week but face an uphill battle. Action points: expect changes in Pirates’ lineup, strong defensive showing, and another high-scoring match.
- Pirates won 3-0 in the first leg vs Lioli FC.
- Pirates on a 4-match winning streak, with strong defensive record.
- Expect heavy squad rotation but prediction still favours Pirates for a 3-0 win.
Pirates backed to thrash Lioli FC on Saturday (Getty Images).
Orlando Pirates vs Lioli FC Predictions
Bucs are backed for a big win despite heavy rotation to the XI. I see this finishing 3-0 in Orlando.
- Orlando Pirates vs Lioli FC Predictions
- Head to Head
- Orlando Pirates Form & Team News
- Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup
- Lioli FC Form & Team News
- Orlando Pirates have won their last 4 PSL matches.
- Orlando Pirates have won to zero in 6 of their last 7 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have scored 3 goals in 3 of their last 4 matches.
Head to Head
These sides met last week for the first time.
Pirates won 3-0 in the first leg.
Orlando Pirates Form & Team News
Pirates have won four straight Betway Premiership matches. They lifted the MTN8 Cup and are set to progress in the CAF Champions League qualifying round.
After a 3-0 PSL victory at Chippa United, they won the MTN8 final with three extra-time goals to beat Stellenbosch 3-0. Bucs beat Lesotho champions Lioli FC 3-0 in the CAF first leg last weekend.
In midweek, Pirates won 1-0 at Siwelele in the Betway Premiership. An 80th-minute goal sealed a win in a match where they only produced 0.65 xG.
Pirates are expected to heavily rotate this XI in this match. Defender Olisa Ndah, Thabiso Sesane and Deano Van Rooyen are out injured.
There could be a start for Melusi Buthelezi in goal. Masindi Nemtajela and Sipho Mbule are tipped to start in midfield.
Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup
Buthelezi; Lebitso, Seema, Sibisi, Ndaba; Nemtajela, Mbatha; Appollis, Mbule, Moremi; Radiopane.
Lioli FC Form & Team News
Reigning Lesotho champions Lioli won 22 of 30 fixtures on the road to the title last term.
The new season began with a 5-0 win over newly-promoted Members FC. They played well last weekend in a 3-0 loss to Pirates as they went into the break at 0-0.
South African coach Bongani Maseko believes the tie is not over and may try to attack in Orlando.
Speedy forward Litsepe Marabe is a key man. The club has a handful of players with experience in South Africa football.
Verdict
I see Pirates winning to zero and scoring 3+ goals at home.
Pirates win to nil
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