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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions & Tips - Formidable Downs to beat Bucs once again

Ralph Staniforth

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Last updated: 24 Sep 2021

Ralph Staniforth 24 Sep 2021

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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions for Saturday’s Premier Soccer League match
Match is being played at 13:00 GMT at Orlando Stadium
Sundowns have won 9 of their last 11 PSL matches
An away win is tipped in Soweto
Betting tips, predictions and team news for Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions

Pirates are in improved form but were outclassed by Sundowns on three occasions last season. I am tipping Downs’ impenetrable defence to secure them a win on the road.

Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions
Head to Head
Orlando Pirates Form
Orlando Pirates Injuries & Team News
Mamelodi Sundowns Form
Mamelodi Sundowns Injuries & Team News

Orlando Pirates have seen under 1.5 goals in 3 of their last 5 matches (Premier Soccer League).
Orlando Pirates have lost their last 3 matches against Mamelodi Sundowns (all competitions).
Mamelodi Sundowns have won 9 of their last 11 matches (2 draws) (Premier Soccer League).
Mamelodi Sundowns have kept 11 clean sheets in their last 12 matches (Premier Soccer League).

Head to Head

Mamelodi Sundowns hold a 16-14 advantage after 40 meetings with 11 draws against Orlando Pirates.

Their last meeting was in May as Sundowns won 3-0 at Pirates.

Orlando Pirates Form

After losing their first match of this season, coach Josef Zinnbauer was sacked. Co-caretaker coaches Fadlu Davids and Mandla Ncikazi have overseen a four match unbeaten run.

A credible 2-2 draw with Stellenbosch with ten men saw the side twice come from losing positions. A dull 0-0 draw at Marumo Gallants followed before a late goal brought a 1-0 victory against Swallows.

Their last match saw the side come back from 1-0 down at Chippa United to win 3-1. Tshegofatso Mabasa, Abel Mabaso and Goodman Mosele scored the goals.

Orlando Pirates Injuries & Team News

Pirates are set to be without striker Zakhele Lepasa and goalkeeper Richard Ofori due to injury.

Star attacking midfielder Thembinkosi Lorch is out injured long-term. Deon Hotto should be recalled down the wing in place of Kabelo Dlamini.

Mamelodi Sundowns Form

Sundowns are in imperious form with 24 clean sheets in their last 35 PSL matches and just one defeat. A 0-0 draw with ultra-defensive Chippa United saw them limit their opponents to no shots.

A 1-1 draw in the MTN8 cup came next as Sundowns mustered 2.0 xG more than their opponents. That was followed by winning 2-0 against Kaizer Chiefs.

Their last match saw a 3-0 win against TS Galaxy after going into half-time at 0-0. Mosa Lebusa, Peter Shalulile and Thabiso Kutumela scored the goals.

Mamelodi Sundowns Injuries & Team News

Sundowns have injury doubts over right backs Khuliso Mudau and Thapelo Morena so Grant Kekana could play in that role.

Midfielders Mothobi Mvala and Lebohang Maboe are both out injured. Kermit Erasmus could start up front once again.

Verdict

Orlando Pirates v Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns have a formidable defence and I am tipping them to make it four wins in a row against Pirates.

Sundowns Win

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Ralph is from South Africa and studied Sports Science post school at ETA (Education Teachers Academy) in Cape Town.

He has always had a great passion for sport and this led him into the world of sports journalism, while coaching on the side. Since 2012 Ralph has worked as a journalist and covered many topics from business to sport.

Over the last seven years he has interviewed numerous top rugby and cricket players and coaches in South Africa.

Ralph has been betting on sports for the last ten years. He’s knowledgeable on numerous topics including football, rugby, cricket, tennis and golf.

He supports Manchester United (football), Cheetahs (rugby), Knights (cricket) and has a newly found appreciation for Dominic Thiem on the tennis courts.