Orlando Pirates vs Magesi Predictions - Sea Robbers to extend Magesi’s poor form
Orlando Pirates enter the match brimming with confidence, riding a three-game winning streak and fresh from securing their sixth trophy in three years. They appear poised for another convincing win, especially against a Magesi team that is winless in 10 matches and missing key players due to suspensions and injuries. Pirates' predicted lineup is strong and bolstered by returning players, while Magesi faces a depleted squad. All indicators point to a dominant Pirates performance, with an expected three goals or more for the home side.
- Orlando Pirates have won 3 consecutive PSL games and have scored 3 goals in each of the last 2.
- Magesi are winless in 10 matches, with three defeats in the last four.
- Prediction: Pirates expected to win comfortably, likely scoring over 2.5 goals.
Pirates to cruise past Magesi on Wednesday(Getty Images).
Orlando Pirates vs Magesi Predictions
Bucs are flying right now whilst Magesi are struggling badly. I see a home win with Pirates netting three goals once again.
- Orlando Pirates have won their last 3 PSL matches.
- Orlando Pirates have scored 3 goals in their last 2 matches.
- Magesi are winless in 10 matches (3 defeats in the last 4 matches).
Head to Head
These sides have met on three previous occasions.
Magesi beat Pirates 3-2 win a Carling Knockout Cup tie before a 1-0 Pirates win in the league. The last meeting finished in a 1-1 draw in May 2025.
Orlando Pirates Form & Team News
Pirates lifted a sixth trophy in three years on Saturday. In the league, it’s three straight wins as they look to get back into the title race after a slow start to the 2025-26 season.
They drew 1-1 home and away versus Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 semis before winning on penalties. A 1-0 league win at home vs Orbit College was followed by a 3-0 victory at Chippa United.
Their last match saw a 3-0 win over Stellenbosch in the MTN8 final after extra time. The match sat at 0-0 after 90 minutes before Bucs ruthlessly sealed the victory.
Pirates have captain Nkosinathi Sibisi back from injury. Olisa Ndah and Deano Van Rooyen are injured in defence.
Makhehlene Makhaula and Patrick Maswanganyi are nearing a return in midfield. Tshepang Moremi and Tshegofatso Mabasa are pushing for starts after scoring as substitutes in the cup final.
Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup
Chaine; Lebitso, Sibisi, Mbokazi, Hotto; Nduli, Mbatha; Appollis, Mofokeng, Moremi; Mabasa.
Magesi Form & Team News
Magesi have just three points from six league matches so far this season. They began with two draws, including a 1-1 home point vs Stellenbosch where they outshot their opponents 18-4.
A 2-0 home loss to Mamelodi Sundowns and an injury-time 2-1 defeat at Golden Arrows followed. A 1-1 home draw versus AmaZulu saw them put up 11 shots in a strong display.
On Sunday, they played the second half with ten men in a 3-0 defeat at Mamelodi Sundowns. Magesi managed just 28% possession and 0.36 Expected Goals in a one-sided affair.
Magesi coach John Maduka remains without Tholang Masegela in midfield due to a ban. Veteran Samuel Darpoh is suspended after a red card.
Attacking midfielder Mcedi Vandala is struggling to shake off a knock. Left back John Mokone is another question mark for this one.
Magesi Predicted Lineup
Chipezeze; Abrahams, Buthelezi, Makgopa, Mashigo; Mosadi, Mtshali, Zungu, Chirambadare; Makhubu, Sibanyoni.
Verdict
I see Pirates scoring Over 2.5 goals and winning this match with ease.
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