AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions - Brazilians to go top of the PSL table
AmaZulu and Mamelodi Sundowns face off, with predictions favoring Sundowns for a win with a clean sheet. Despite AmaZulu's strong form, they have a poor history against Sundowns, losing 10 of their last 14 encounters. Sundowns have also achieved eight clean sheets in their recent clashes against AmaZulu. A win in this match could see the inconsistent Sundowns climb to the top of the PSL table.
- Sundowns are predicted to win with a clean sheet against AmaZulu.
- AmaZulu has lost 10 of their last 14 matches vs Sundowns.
- Sundowns can go top of the PSL table with a victory.
Sundowns to edge past AmaZulu on Tuesday night (Getty Images).
AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions
AmaZulu are playing well, but they have a poor record vs Sundowns. With their top players recalled, I see Sundowns winning to zero on Tuesday night.
Key Stats – AmaZulu Struggle vs Downs
- AmaZulu have seen BTTS No in 9 of their last 11 matches.
- AmaZulu have lost 10 of their last 14 matches vs Mamelodi Sundowns.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have won 2 of their last 3 matches.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have kept 8 clean sheets in their last 10 matches vs AmaZulu.
Head to Head – Sundowns Totally Dominant
Sundowns hold a 27-6 advantage over AmaZulu across 41 previous meeting with eight draws.
AmaZulu have lost 11 of their last 14 matches vs Sundowns, including 2-0 in August 2025.
Eight Wins in 11 – AmaZulu in Top Form
AmaZulu’s last 11 matches in all competitions have seen eight wins. They have won six of their eight home PSL matches and sit fifth in the PSL table.
A 1-0 win at Marumo Gallants was followed by a 2-0 home loss to Orlando Pirates as they were outshot 18-3. They won 2-1 at Polokwane City in the Nedbank Cup with a 27-11 shot count.
On Friday night, Usuthu won 1-0 at Richards Bay to reach the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals. They missed three big chances in a strong attacking display.
Inconsistent Sundowns - Can Go Top with a Win
Sundowns have won just five of their last 11 matches across all competitions. They can go top of the PSL table with a win in this match.
A 2-1 home win over Gomora United in the Nedbank Cup was followed by a 1-1 draw in Congo vs St Eloi Lupopo. They beat MC Alger 2-0 at home to reach the CAF Champions League quarter-finals.
Last Wednesday, Sundowns won 2-1 away at Orlando Pirates to move three points off the summit. On Saturday, a 2-0 loss at TS Galaxy saw Sundowns’ Nedbank Cup journey come to an end.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
AmaZulu (3-4-3): Johnson; Allan, Fielies, Mthethwa; Radebe, Bern, Mhlongo, Hanamub; Ekstein, Ngwenya, Mbanjwa.
Coach Arthur Zwane has injury doubts over midfielders Siyanda Hlangabeza and Bongani Zungu. Striker Ryan Moon is out injured.
Physical forward Elmo Kambindu is available after injury. AmaZulu are set to stick with almost the same XI as that which started on Friday.
Mamelodi Sundowns (4-2-3-1): Williams; Mudau, Kekana, Ndamane, Modiba; Adams, Mokoena; Morena, Santos, Matthews; Brayan Leon.
Coach Miguel Cardoso is set to change almost his entire XI. Defenders Zuko Mdunyelwa, Keanu Cupido and Mothobi Mvala are all out injured.
Arthur Sales is a major injury doubt in attack. Top scorer Iqraam Rayners remains out of favour and may not even make the squad.
Verdict
I'm backing a Sundowns win with a clean sheet.
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