Orlando Pirates vs AmaZulu Predictions - Sea Robbers to beat Usuthu as usual
In the forthcoming PSL match between Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu, the Pirates are seen as strong contenders for a win with a predicted clean sheet. Boasting impressive form with 17 victories in their last 22 league matches, they have consistently performed well against AmaZulu. Despite AmaZulu's recent five-match unbeaten streak, they have been unable to convert many of these into wins. The Pirates aim to recover from a recent draw and tighten their grip on potential title aspirations with another robust display.
- Orlando Pirates predicted to win to zero against AmaZulu.
- Pirates are in strong form, with 17 wins in their last 22 PSL matches.
- AmaZulu are unbeaten in five matches but have struggled for wins.
Pirates backed to beat AmaZulu on Saturday (Getty Images).
Orlando Pirates vs AmaZulu Predictions
Pirates are backed for a response to their draw last time out. I see them winning to zero and on the -2 handicap.
Key Stats – Bucs In Fine Form
- Orlando Pirates have won 14 of their last 19 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have kept 12 clean sheets in their last 18 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have scored 24 goals in their last 8 PSL matches.
- AmaZulu have lost 8 of their last 10 matches vs Orlando Pirates.
- AmaZulu have failed to score in 5 of their last 8 matches vs Orlando Pirates.
Head to Head – Bucs Dominate Usuthu
Orlando Pirates hold a 19-3 advantage over AmaZulu with 16 draws in 37 meetings.
Pirates beat AmaZulu 2-0 when the clubs last met in February.
Pirates With 17 wins in Last 22 PSL Matches – Goals Flowing Freely
Pirates have 17 wins in their last 22 league matches. A damaging slip-up in their last game means that their title hopes are fading.
A dominant 3-0 win vs Kaizer Chiefs was followed by a 2-1 win at Polokwane City. They beat Richards Bay 2-0 at home before a shock 1-1 home draw vs Siwelele despite a 27-3 shot count.
Two big wins followed: 6-0 at ten-man TS Galaxy and 5-0 at home to Golden Arrows with 30 shots. Their last match saw a 2-2 draw at Richards Bay despite outshooting the Rich Boyz 30-6.
AmaZulu’s League Form – Unbeaten in Five with Three Draws
AmaZulu are unbeaten in five league matches, but three of those have been draws. They’ve taken just 16 points from 12 away matches compared to 23 points at home.
A shock 2-1 home loss to Casric Stars in a Nedbank Cup was followed by a 2-1 home win over Richards Bay. A 1-0 win at Polokwane City was followed by a 2-2 draw at home to Sekhukhune United as they allowed 21 shots.
Their last match saw a 1-1 draw at Siwelele. AmaZulu equalised with ten men in a game where they managed just four shots.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1): Chaine; Sebelebele, Seema, Sibisi, Hotto; Nemtajela, Mbatha; Appollis, Maswanganyi, Mofokeng; Makgopa.
Orlando Pirates are without injured central defender Tapelo Xoki. Midfielder Sihle Nduli has returned to training but this match comes too soon for him.
Bucs named an unchanged XI for the last match. There could be some rotation for this one.
AmaZulu (3-4-3): Johnson; Allan, Fielies, Mthethwa; Mashigo, Bern, Zikhali, Hanamub; Ekstein, Matlhoko, Mbanjwa.
Coach Arthur Zwane is without dynamic right wingback Nkosikhona Radebe due to suspension. First-choice striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya is injured.
Fellow forwards Ryan Moon and Elmo Kambindu are doubtful. Bongani Zungu is out of favour in midfield and Darren Johnson is doubtful in goal.
Verdict
I see Pirates winning to nil and on the -2 handicap.
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