Polokwane City vs AmaZulu Predictions - Usuthu to win at Rise and Shine in PSL
In the upcoming clash between Polokwane City and AmaZulu, AmaZulu is a slight favorite given Polokwane's recent struggles at home, earning just one win in their last seven matches. AmaZulu, despite a recent winless streak, has shown strength by ending it with a victory and maintains a balanced head-to-head record with Polokwane. The recommendation leans towards an AmaZulu victory, considering their defensive solidity and Polokwane's inconsistent home performance. Both teams aim for a strategic game, with AmaZulu likely to capitalize on Polokwane's setbacks.
- AmaZulu favored for a narrow win against Polokwane City.
- Polokwane has just one win in their last seven matches.
- Previous head-to-head results are balanced; recent form favors AmaZulu.
AmaZulu backed to win at Polokwane City on Saturday (Getty Images),
Polokwane City vs AmaZulu Predictions
Polokwane are struggling to win at home of late. I see AmaZulu eking out a narrow win in this one.
Key Stats – Hosts Struggling of Late
- Polokwane City have lost 2 of their last 3 home matches.
- Polokwane City have seen Under 1.5 goals in 5 of their last 7 PSL matches vs AmaZulu.
- AmaZulu have won 7 of their last 12 PSL matches.
- AmaZulu have seen BTTS No in 12 of their last 15 matches.
Head to Head – Even Record
The sides sit at 5-5 across 18 clashes with eight draws.
AmaZulu won 2-1 at Polokwane when the clubs last met in the Nedbank Cup in February.
Polokwane Form – One Win in Seven Matches
Polokwane’s last seven matches have seen just one victory. Their last 10 home league matches have seen just one defeat (three wins, six draws).
A 2-1 home loss to AmaZulu in the Nedbank Cup was followed by a 0-0 home draw vs Siwelele. Polokwane City went to Magesi and won 2-0 with 15 shots.
A 2-1 home defeat to Orlando Pirates saw 29 shots and 3.69 xG conceded. Their last match saw a tight affair as they played out a 0-0 draw at Sekhukhune United.
AmaZulu Strong at Home – Winless Run Ended
AmaZulu won their last match to end a four-match winless streak. They had been on a run of eight wins in 11 fixtures before that blip.
A 1-0 home loss to Mamelodi Sundowns saw 29 shots allowed. A 1-0 defeat at Stellenbosch made it three straight league losses.
A 0-0 home draw vs Magesi was followed by a Nedbank Cup exit after losing 2-1 at home to lower league Casric Stars. They bounced back to beat Richards Bay 2-1 at home in their last match.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Polokwane City (4-2-3-1): Mathebula; Matuludi, Nikani, Mvundela, Nkwe; Kambala, Maphangule; Dlamini, Mnguni, Ramabu; Tshikweta.
Ndamulelo Maphangule has returned from suspension to boost the midfield. Lindokuhle Mathebula will start in goal ahead of Brian Bwire.
Mpho Mvundela could start again at the back. Centre back Lebohang Nkaki is an injury doubt.
AmaZulu (3-4-3): Mzimela; Allan, Fielies, Mthethwa; Radebe, Mhlongo, Hlangabeza, Hanamub; Ekstein, Ngwenya, Kutumela.
Coach Arthur Zwane is without midfielder Liam Bern due to injury. Bongani Zungu is available after injury but the midfielder is out of favour.
Usuthu have striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya available after suspension. Elmo Kambindu and Ryan Moon are injured in attack.
Verdict
I'm backing AmaZulu to win, with BTTS No in the match.
BTTS No
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