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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions - Thrilling Score Draw Tipped in PSL

John Eastwood

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Last updated: 17 Feb 2026

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John Eastwood 17 Feb 2026

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Orlando Pirates are unbeaten in their last 4 matches against Sundowns.
Predicted match result: A 1-1 draw with both teams scoring.
Pirates' strong form includes eight clean sheets in the last nine games.

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Sundowns and Pirates to share the spoils at FNB Stadium on Wednesday night (Getty Images).

Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions

A fast, exciting game awaits us. I see the clash finishing level with both teams on target.
Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions
Key Stats – Pirates Looked Certain to Win
Head to Head – Bucs Unbeaten in Four Meetings with Three Draws (DDDW)
Pirates Flying High – Eight Clean Sheets in Last Nine
Four Wins in Nine – Sundowns Can’t Afford a Loss
Predicted Lineups & Team News

Key Stats – Pirates Looked Certain to Win

Orlando Pirates are undefeated in their last 4 matches vs Mamelodi Sundowns.
Orlando Pirates have drawn 1-1 in their last 3 matches vs Mamelodi Sundowns.
Mamelodi Sundowns have drawn 3 of their last 5 away matches.
Mamelodi Sundowns have drawn 3 of their last 6 away PSL matches.

Head to Head – Bucs Unbeaten in Four Meetings with Three Draws (DDDW)

Mamelodi Sundowns hold a 23-18 advantage vs Orlando Pirates across 57 previous meetings with 16 draws.

The last meeting was a 1-1 draw in the reverse fixture in the league. That was the third-straight 1-1 stalemate between the clubs.

Prior to those three draws, Pirates beat Sundowns 2-1 in the league in March 2025 to end a 10-match winless run in league action vs Sundowns.

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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns PSL Head-to-Head & Stats

Pirates Flying High – Eight Clean Sheets in Last Nine

The Sea Robbers sit six points clear at the top of the PSL table having played a match more than Mamelodi Sundowns. Their last 14 league fixtures have seen 12 wins and two draws.

They drew 0-0 at Sekhukhune United and won 2-0 at home to Magesi with 3.33 xG produced. A 2-0 win at AmaZulu saw them dominate 18-3 on shots.

Pirates beat first division side TTM 4-1 in the Nedbank Cup. On Saturday, they cruised past Marumo Gallants in a 3-0 home win with a 24-4 shot count.

Four Wins in Nine – Sundowns Can’t Afford a Loss

Sundowns have won just four of their last nine fixtures in all competitions. They progressed to the CAF Champions League knockout stages, but sit six points off Pirates in the title race.

A 2-2 home draw vs Al-Hilal Omdurman was followed by a 2-0 at Sekhukhune United. A shock 2-1 defeat away to Al-Hilal was followed by a 2-1 home win over Gomora United in the Nedbank Cup.

Their last two matches were in the CAF Champions League. They drew 1-1 in Congo vs St Eloi Lupopo before beating MC Alger 2-0 on Saturday with just two shots on target allowed.

Predicted Lineups & Team News

Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1): Chaine; Van Rooyen, Seema, Sibisi, Hotto; Makhaula, Nemjatela; Moremi, Appollis, Mofokeng; Makgopa.

Deon Hotto is expected to be recalled in defence for this one. Oswin Appollis could play as the number ten in preference to Patrick Maswanganyi.

The centre forward position is a question mark. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou could go with Yanela Mbuthuma or Evidence Makgopa, or even use a false nine.

Mamelodi Sundowns (4-2-3-1): Williams; Mudua, Kekana, Ndamane, Modiba; Mokoena, Allende; Morena, Santos, Matthews; Leon.

Coach Miguel Cardoso has Nuno Santos available in midfield after suspension. Arthur Sales is an injury doubt after his early withdrawal on Saturday.

Right back Zuko Mdunyelwa is out injured, as is central defender Keanu Cupido. Bathusi Aubaas is suspended in the engine room.

Verdict

Orlando Pirates v Mamelodi Sundowns

I see this match having goals. BTTS is tipped with a draw after 90 minutes.

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Graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2008 with a BA in English Literature before completing MA in Journalism. Began his career as a sports journalist in London before moving to the Middle East to work as a sports editor for national media companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Favourite Sports: Tennis, Boxing, Golf.

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