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Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates Predictions - Brazilians to reach MTN8 final
The upcoming second leg semi-final between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates promises to be a tight encounter in Tshwane. Mamelodi Sundowns are favored to clinch a narrow win and maintain their stellar defensive record, having won eight of their last nine PSL matches to zero. Both teams have strengths and weaknesses, with Sundowns’ recent form showing more consistency. Orlando Pirates have shown potential despite some recent losses. Fans can expect an intense match with Sundowns aiming to reach the final.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have an impressive defensive record with 15 clean sheets in 21 matches.
- Sundowns favored for a narrow win against Orlando Pirates to reach the final.
- Orlando Pirates struggle against Sundowns, with 8 losses in their last 15 encounters.
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Sundowns to beat Pirates in MTN8 semi-final second leg (Getty Images).
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates Predictions
A very close second leg is expected in Tshwane. Sundowns are backed for a narrow win to zero to reach the final.
- Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates Predictions
- Head to Head
- Mamelodi Sundowns Form & Team News
- Mamelodi Sundowns Predicted Lineup
- Orlando Pirates Form & Team News
- Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup
- Mamelodi Sundowns have won 8 of their last 9 PSL matches to zero.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have kept 15 clean sheets in their last 21 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have lost 2 of their last 4 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have lost 8 of their last 15 matches vs Mamelodi Sundowns.
Head to Head
Mamelodi Sundowns hold a 23-14 advantage vs Orlando Pirates across 54 previous clashes with 15 draws.
The clubs played out a 1-1 draw when they met a week ago in the MTN8 semi-final first leg.
Mamelodi Sundowns Form & Team News
Sundowns have made an unbeaten start to this season with three wins and two draws. After losing in the CAF Champions League final, they exited the FIFA Club World Cup in the Group Stages.
This season got underway with a 4-0 win over Richards Bay in the MTN8. Their opening league match saw a 1-1 draw vs Chippa United before beating AmaZulu 2-0 with 80% possession.
In last week’s first leg vs Orlando Pirates, they drew 1-1 after leading 1-0. In midweek, Sundowns beat Magesi 2-0 as they survived a route-one barrage.
Coach Miguel Cardoso rested numerous players for the last match. Iqraam Rayners will return up front but Themba Zwane is out injured for two months.
Key winger Lucas Ribeiro has surely played his last match for the club. Thapelo Morena is fit again at right back as rumours swirl over the future of right back Khuliso Mudau
Mamelodi Sundowns Predicted Lineup
Williams; Morena, Kekana, Cupido, Basadien; Mokoena, Allende; Sales, Adams, Matthews; Rayners.
Orlando Pirates Form & Team News
Bucs lost their first two league fixtures of this season. They won in midweek with a strong display ahead of this second leg.
This season got underway with a 2-0 win vs Polokwane City in an MTN8 quarter-final. A 1-0 home defeat to Sekhukhune United and a late 2-1 defeat to Marumo Gallants followed, despite outshooting their opponents 18-5.
Last Saturday, they drew 1-1 with Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final first leg with 14 shots. In midweek, a dominant performance saw a 1-0 win over Stellenbosch with a 15-6 shot count.
Pirates are without defenders Olisa Ndah and Nkosinathi Sibisi due to injury. Right back Deano Van Rooyen is a doubt with a groin injury.
Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is without Makhehlene Makhaula in central midfield due to injury. Patrick Maswanganyi is doubtful in the number ten role.
Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup
Chaine; Sebelebele, Seema, Mbokazi, Hotto; Nduli, Mbatha; Appollis, Mbule, Mofokeng; Makgopa.
Verdict
I'm backing Sundowns to win in 90 minutes with a clean sheet.
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