- Saturday 10
- Sunday 11
- Monday 12
- Tuesday 13
- Wednesday 14
- Thursday 15
- Friday 16
- Saturday 17
- Sunday 18
- Monday 19
- Tuesday 20
Marumo Gallants vs Polokwane City Predictions - Tight Draw Tipped in the PSL
The upcoming clash between Marumo Gallants and Polokwane City is expected to be a tight affair. With both teams enduring poor recent form—Gallants winless in 14 and Polokwane having one win in 10—neither side looks dominant. Historical head-to-head stats give a slight edge to Polokwane, but draws have been common. With Gallants struggling at home and Polokwane’s scoring woes, a draw with Polokwane keeping a clean sheet is the top prediction. Team news and possible lineups suggest few changes, with defences set to play a key role.
- Both teams in poor recent form: Gallants winless in 14, Polokwane 1 win in 10
- Head-to-head and key stats point to a draw, Polokwane favored for a clean sheet
- Predicted lineups suggest strong defensive setups from both sides
Expired
Polokwane to draw away at Marumo Gallants in the PSL (Getty Images).
Marumo Gallants vs Polokwane City Predictions
These sides are both struggling. I see this ending in a draw with Polokwane City keeping a clean sheet as my best bet.
Key Stats – Draw Looks A Safe Bet
- Marumo Gallants have drawn 6 of their last 7 home matches.
- Marumo Gallants have failed to score in 6 of their last 10 matches vs Polokwane City.
- Polokwane City have drawn 5 of their last 7 PSL matches.
Head to Head – Polokwane Hold the Lead
Polokwane City hold a 4-2 lead over Marumo Gallants across 10 clashes with four draws.
The clubs last met in August 2025, when it finished in a 1-1 draw.
Winless in 14 – Gallants With 13 Losses in Their Last 21 Matches
Marumo Gallants have lost 13 of their last 21 matches. At home, it’s six draws in the last seven matches.
They drew their final seven fixtures of last season. This season started with a 0-0 home draw vs Kruger United. Gallants lost 3-1 away to Stellenbosch despite having 18 shots after that.
A 2-0 home loss followed to Mamelodi Sundowns. Last time out, they lost 3-2 at home to TS Galaxy with just 0.69 xG produced.
Polokwane Form – One Win in 10
Polokwane scored just 21 goals last season. Their last ten matches have seen just one win.
This term started with a 2-1 win at Richards Bay before a 3-2 extra time loss to Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8. Polokwane came from 2-1 down to draw 3-3 at home to Stellenbosch.
A 2-0 home loss at Sekhukhune United saw 1.79 xG allowed. Their last match saw a 0-0 home draw against Milford as they were outshot 16-7.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Marumo Gallants (4-2-3-1): Mlambo; Lukhele, Rikhotso, Sikakane, Madiba; Ndlondlo, Manaka; Otladisa, Kutumela, Kunene; Etemesi.
New coach Phuti Mohafe faced his former club. Thabiso Kutumela could be handed a first start in attack after assisting a goal from the bench against TS Galaxy.
Kenyan striker Kelvin Etemesi could lead the line after making his debut last time out.
Polokwane City (4-2-3-1): Ngwenya; Mathosi, Nkaki, Mvundlela, Modise; Kambala, Maphangule; Daniels, Mnguni, Philander; Molokwane.
Polokwane are again without key right back Thabang Matuludi. He is yet to play this season as he looks to depart the club.
Goalkeeper Lindokuhle Mathebula is doubtful. Ndamulelo Maphangule is expected to be recalled after being dropped for the last match.
Verdict
I see Polokwane keeping a clean sheet in a draw.
Polokwane Clean Sheet
Team Clean Sheet
@2,10 - 3 Units
Get 100% up to R5 000
for your first deposit
Make your first deposit and get 100% up to R5,000 Bonus to bet on sports or games. New customers only. 18+ T&Cs and wagering requirements apply. To activate the bonus, select it from the cashier.
Draw
Full Time Result
@2,30 - 1 Unit
Get 150% up to R15,000
use promo code BETS
18+. T&Cs apply.
0-0 Draw
Correct Score
@5,50 - 1 Unit
Get 150% up to R15,000
use promo code BETS
18+. T&Cs apply.
Related
Top Betting Sites
South African betting sitesBetting offers
Upcoming Events
10 October 2026
- Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns -
- Soccer
- Ulster vs Munster -
- Rugby Union
- Leinster vs Cardiff -
- Rugby Union
- Clermont vs Bordeaux -
- Rugby Union
11 October 2026
- Canterbury vs Waikato -
- Rugby Union
- Spanish La Liga -
- Soccer
- India vs West Indies 3rd T20 -
- Cricket
- Pakistan vs Sri Lanka -
- Cricket
- Sale vs Harlequins -
- Rugby Union
- Titans vs Easterns -
- Cricket
- Toulouse vs Bayonne -
- Rugby Union
01 October 2027
- 2027 Rugby Union World Cup -
- Rugby Union
Load More
