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AmaZulu vs Casric Stars Predictions - Usuthu to progress past Casric in Nedbank Quarters

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John Eastwood
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Last updated: 06 Mar 2026

AmaZulu, showcasing strength at home, face off against Casric Stars, who are currently underperforming in their league matches. The prediction leans towards AmaZulu winning without conceding, given their impressive 6 wins in their last 11 home matches and Casric's poor scoring form. This is the first meeting between these clubs, adding an intriguing edge. While AmaZulu have struggled recently, their overall form remains solid. Casric Stars struggle for consistent victories despite being close to promotion. Predicted lineups suggest key player absences could influence outcomes.

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  • AmaZulu are strong at home; expect a win with no goals from Casric.
  • Casric Stars are struggling with consistency and league form.
  • Predicted lineups: AmaZulu missing two strikers for this cup clash.
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AmaZulu to progress past Casric in Saturday's Nedbank Cup clash (Getty Images).

AmaZulu vs Casric Stars Predictions


AmaZulu are quite strong at home and Casric Stars are below their best. I see BTTS No in a home victory. 

Key Stats – Casric Stars In Poor League Form


  • AmaZulu have won 6 of their last 11 home matches.
  • AmaZulu have seen BTTS No in 12 of their last 14 matches.
  • Casric Stars are winless in 9 of their last 12 league matches. 
  • Casric Stars have failed to score in 3 of their last 6 matches.

Head to Head – First Meeting


These clubs are meeting for the first time. 

AmaZulu Form – Winless in Three Matches After Eight Wins in 11


AmaZulu are winless in three matches. They had been on a run of eight wins in 11 matches in all competitions before this recent slump.

A 2-1 win at Polokwane City in the Nedbank Cup was followed by a 1-0 win at Richards Bay in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals. A 1-0 home defeat vs Mamelodi Sundowns saw them allow 29 shots.

AmaZulu lost 1-0 away at Stellenbosch before a 0-0 home draw vs Magesi. Usuthu had just six shots in a toothless performance.  

Three Wins in 12 League Matches – Casric Faltering in Promotion Race


Casric Stars currently sit fourth in the First Division. They’re just two points off the automatic promotion spot despite tasting victory just three times in their last 12 league matches. 

A 2-1 win at Venda was followed by a 0-0 draw at home to promotion rivals Cape Town City. They won 3-0 at Army Rocket in the Nedbank Cup before drawing 2-2 at Hungry Lions in the league. 

Casric drew 0-0 and won on penalties in a famous cup upset at Orlando Pirates. They beat The Bees 1-0 at home in their last match.

Predicted Lineups & Team News


AmaZulu (3-4-3): Johnson; Allan, Fielies, Mthethwa; Radebe, Zungu, Hlangabeza, Hanamub; Ekstein, Kambindu, Mbanjwa.

Usuthu have both Siyanda Hlangabeza and Bongani Zungu available in midfield. Ryan Bern is a slight doubt in the engine room.

Coach Arthur Zwane is without two strikers. Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya suspended and Ryan Moon is injured. 

Casric Stars: more information on the Casric Stars lineup will be available an hour before kickoff.

Verdict

I see BTTS No in this one. I'm backing AmaZulu to 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.


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