Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates Predictions - Sea Robbers to leave Tshwane with a point
In an eagerly anticipated PSL encounter, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates are set to face off in a riveting showdown at Loftus Stadium. Sundowns, currently leading the PSL and excelling in CAF Champions League, will face stiff competition from the Pirates, who have also displayed formidable form by winning 11 of their last 12 matches. Predictions indicate a likely score draw based on the recent performances and head-to-head stats between these teams. Key players missing for Sundowns include Themba Zwane and Teboho Mokoena, while Pirates might take the field without Relebohile Mofokeng.
- Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates tipped for a score draw.
- Sundowns lead PSL; Pirates in strong recent form and can go joint-top with a win.
- Key absences for Sundowns: Themba Zwane and Teboho Mokoena.
Sundowns and Pirates to play out a score draw on Saturday (Getty Images).
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Orlando Pirates Predictions
A very tight match awaits in the PSL. I see Pirates avoiding defeat in a score draw at Loftus Stadium.
- 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 are undefeated in 16 of their last 17 matches.
- Mamelodi Sundowns have drawn 1-1 in their last 2 matches vs Orlando Pirates.
- Orlando Pirates are undefeated in 14 of their last 15 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have scored 24 goals in their last 12 matches.
Head to Head
Mamelodi Sundowns hold a 23-14 advantage vs Orlando Pirates across 55 previous clashes with 16 draws.
The clubs played out a 1-1 draw when they last met in the MTN8 semi-final second leg in August.
Mamelodi Sundowns Form & Team News
Sundowns are top of the PSL table and they’ve reached the Group Stages of the CAF Champions League.
They suffered a shock 1-0 loss at Golden Arrows before thrashing Richards Bay 4-1 at home. A loss followed on penalties in the Carling Knockout Cup after a 0-0 draw vs Marumo Gallants.
Their last two matches have been in the CAF Champions League preliminary rounds. They beat Remo Stars 5-1 in Nigeria in the first leg and 2-0 at home in the second leg.
Coach Miguel Cardoso is without attacking midfielder Themba Zwane and right back Thapelo Morena due to injury.
Portuguese playmaker Miguel Reisinho is suspended. Teboho Mokoena is a key absence in midfield due to suspension.
Mamelodi Sundowns Predicted Lineup
Williams; Mudau, Khoza, Cupido, Modiba; Allende, Aubaas; Sales, Nuno Santos; Rayners, Matthews.
Orlando Pirates Form & Team News
Pirates have won 11 of their last 12 fixtures to nil. They were knocked out of the CAF Champions League, but they can go level at the top of the PSL table with a win here.
A 1-0 win vs Siwelele in the Carling Knockout Cup preceded a 3-0 loss away to Saint Eloi Lupopo in their CAF Champions League first leg. A 1-0 win over Polokwane City followed.
Bucs won 3-0 vs Saint Eloi Lupopo on Saturday but lost the tie on penalties. They beat Magesi 2-1 at home in the Carling Knockout Cup in midweek.
Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou could be without key winger Relebohile Mofokeng. Deon Hotto was rested in midweek and is set to return to the XI.
Sihle Nduli is also set for a recall here. Evidence Makgopa is set to lead the line with Tshegofatso Mabasa left in the stands for the last match.
Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup
Chaine; Sebelebele, Seema, Mbokazi, Hotto; Nduli, Nemtajela; Moremi, Mbule, Appollis; Makgopa.
Verdict
I see this match having both teams on target in a draw.
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