Sekhukhune United vs Orlando Pirates Predictions - Bucs Backed to Beat Babino Noko

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Pirates backed to end 3-match winless streak vs Sekhukhune with an away win and clean sheet.
Sekhukhune have improved with 3 wins in 4 games under new coach Cedric Kaze.
Pirates are in top form: 23 wins and 19 clean sheets in last 28 matches.

Orlando Pirates to beat Sekhukhune in the MTN 8 on Saturday (Getty Images).

Sekhukhune United vs Orlando Pirates Predictions

Pirates are three meetings vs Sekhukhune without a win. I see them bucking that trend with an away victory in this first leg. I’m tipping a win to zero.

Key Stats – Pirates Backed For Victory

Sekhukhune United have lost 4 of their last 8 matches vs Orlando Pirates.
Sekhukhune United have seen BTTS No in 5 of their last 6 matches.
Orlando Pirates have won 21 of their last 28 matches.
Orlando Pirates have kept 19 clean sheets in their last 28 matches.

Head to Head – Sekhukhune Unbeaten in Three

Orlando Pirates hold a 6-4 advantage over Sekhukhune with two draws in 12 meetings.

Sekhukhune are unbeaten in three matches vs Pirates (two wins, one draw) without conceding a goal. The last meeting was a 0-0 draw in January 2026.

Three Wins in Last Four Matches – Sekhukhune Doing Well under New Coach

Sekhukhune’s last 13 fixtures last season in all competitions yielded two wins. They have three wins in four matches since appointing former Kaizer Chiefs coach Cedric Kaze.

They beat Durban City 1-0 in the league to start this season. A 4-3 win followed at AmaZulu in the MTN8 after extra time.

Babina Noko lost 2-0 at Kaizer Chiefs with just 0.40 xG put up. They bounced back to beat Polokwane City 2-0 at home last weekend with 1.79 xG produced and just 0.30 xG conceded.

Pirates Form: 23 Wins in Last 31 PSL Matches

Pirates are aiming for their fourth straight MTN8 Cup title. They won two domestic trophies last term and ended a 14-year league title drought thanks to 21 wins in their final 28 PSL matches.

This season began with a 2-0 home win over Milford and a 2-1 home victory vs Durban City in the MTN8. Pirates needed a goal in the 119th minute after outshooting their opponents 41-7.

They surrendered a lead in a 1-1 league draw at AmaZulu. Bucs bounced back to beat Chippa United 3-0 last Sunday as it took 60 minutes to break the deadlock.

Predicted Lineups & Team News

Sekhukhune United (4-2-3-1): Buthelezi; Mobbie, Cardoso, Matsimbi, Kazeem; Mkhize, Khupe; Mokhoane, Rammala, Mojela; Ndlovu.

Left back Vuyo Letlapa is out injured. On-loan Pirates right back Tsepho Mashiloane is ineligible to face his parent club.

Nigerian forward Chibuike Ohizu could make his debut. Givemore Khupe should shake off a knock to start in central midfield.

Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1): Chaine; Sebelebele, Seema, Sibisi, Hotto; Dansin, Mokobodi; Appollis, Maswanganyi, Moremi; Mbuthuma.

Orlando Pirates are without central midfielders Thalente Mbatha and Sihle Nduli due to long-term injuries. Centre forward Evidence Makgopa is ruled out.

Norwegian striker Sebastian Pedersen may have to wait a little longer for his debut. Right back Deano Van Rooyen was released this week.

Verdict

Sekhukhune United v Orlando Pirates

I'm backing a Pirates win with a clean sheet.

Orlando Pirates Win

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Graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2008 with a BA in English Literature before completing MA in Journalism. Began his career as a sports journalist in London before moving to the Middle East to work as a sports editor for national media companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Favourite Sports: Tennis, Boxing, Golf.