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Mamelodi Sundowns vs AmaZulu Preview & Tips - Downs to win tight affair by the odd goal
- Mamelodi Sundowns vs AmaZulu Predictions for Friday’s Premier Soccer League fixture
- Match is being played at 16:00 GMT at Loftus Stadium
- Sundowns have won 6 of their last 7 PSL matches
- A home win is tipped in Tshwane
- Betting tips, predictions and team news for Mamelodi Sundowns vs AmaZulu
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Mamelodi Sundowns vs AmaZulu Predictions
Sundowns were superb last season thanks to a very strong defensive record. AmaZulu themselves were very difficult to break down but lack reliable goalscorers. A tight, low scoring match is predicted with Sundowns just shading it.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have won 6 of their last 7 matches (Premier Soccer League).
- Mamelodi Sundowns have kept 7 clean sheets in their last 8 matches (Premier Soccer League).
- AmaZulu have seen under 1.5 goals in their last 5 matches (Premier Soccer League).
- AmaZulu have failed to score in 3 of their last 4 matches (Premier Soccer League).
Head to Head
Mamelodi Sundowns hold a 19-5 advantage against AmaZulu across their previous 31 meetings with seven matches ending in a draw.
When the sides met in April, a fiercely contested match ended 0-0.
Mamelodi Sundowns Form
Sundowns won the Premier Soccer League title last season as they were beaten just once all season.
Downs retained the league trophy with a 3-1 win against SuperSport United. A 2-0 win at Bloemfontein Celtic followed before rounding off the campaign with a 3-0 thrashing of Cape Town City.
They began their season with a win on penalties in the MTN8 quarter-finals after a 2-2 draw after extra time. Peter Shalulile and Themba Zwane had given Sundowns a 2-0 first half lead.
Mamelodi Sundowns Injuries & Team News
Sundowns are without energetic midfielder Lebohang Maboe due to an Achilles injury. Defender Ricardo Nascimento has not been registered in defence due to an ongoing injury problem.
In attack, new signing Pavol Safranko is pushing for a start with both Gaston Sirino and Kermit Erasmus doubtful.
AmaZulu Form
AmaZulu finished second last season after an excellent campaign which included a run of 12 wins in 14 matches at one stage. They qualified for the CAF Champions League this season.
Usuthu had a poor finish to last season as they lost 1-0 to both Baroka and Orlando Pirates. A 1-0 win against Swallows was followed by a goalless draw at Maritzburg on the final day.
AmaZulu started this season with a 2-1 defeat to Cape Town City in the MTN8 quarter-final after conceding in the final minute. Lehlohonolo Majoro had scored an equaliser for Usuthu.
AmaZulu Injuries & Team News
AmaZulu could welcome two new signings to the lineup in the form of midfielder Hendrick Ekstein and utility player Tercious Malepe.
After a COVID-19 breakout that led to 13 positive tests, Mbongeni Gumede and Limbikani Mzava remain doubtful at centre back.
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Verdict
We are backing Sundowns to win a low scoring match. A win to nil and under 2.5 goals are our bets.
