Richards Bay FC vs Golden Arrows Predictions - Draw backed in KZN derby
In the upcoming PSL clash, Richards Bay and Golden Arrows are expected to end in a draw. Richards Bay, currently ninth in the table, has struggled to secure victories this season but maintains a stable record at home. The Golden Arrows, who sit at 11th, have faced difficulties on the road, losing much of their away fixtures. Both teams exhibit similar issues, with Richards Bay often involved in low-scoring matches and Golden Arrows struggling defensively. Fans should anticipate a competitive yet evenly matched game.
- Richards Bay struggles for wins, typically low-scoring matches.
- Golden Arrows poor on the road, losing streak continues.
- Predicted draw based on team form and past performances.
Golden Arrows can take a point on the road (Getty Images)
Richards Bay vs Golden Arrows Predictions
Richards Bay have struggled for victories this season while Arrows away form has been woeful. I foresee this ending level.
- Richards Bay have seen BTTS Yes in 7 of their last 10 matches.
- Richards Bay have seen Under 2.5 goals in their last 4 matches.
- Golden Arrows have lost 6 of their last 7 away matches.
- Golden Arrows have seen BTTS Yes in 6 of their last 8 away matches.
Head to Head
Richards Bay Form
Richards Bay sit ninth in the PSL table and have opened a five-point gap to 14th.
They drew 1-1 at both Polokwane City and Sekhukhune United in the league. A 1-0 home defeat to Orlando Pirates followed in the Carling Knockout Cup.
After a 0-0 home draw vs Durban City, they beat AmaZulu 2-0 at home in a KZN derby and then drew with Siwelele 1-1 at home last weekend.
Golden Arrows Form
Arrows are currently 11th on the PSL table but are in poor form. Prior to the AFCON break over December and much of January, Arrows lost three fixtures. They returned to PSL action on 20 January, losing 1-0 at Chiefs.
Away from home, Arrows have gone 12 matches without a win, losing seven of those. A 2-1 home victory vs TS Galaxy in the Carling Knockout Cup was followed by a 4-0 home win over Marumo Gallants. Prior to AFCON, Arrows lost to Pirates, TS Galaxy and AmaZulu.
Richards Bay vs Golden Arrows Predicted Lineups
Richards Bay (4-2-3-1): Otieno; Mabuya, Nashixwa, Mabua, Khumalo; Mthembu, Mthethwa; Mutizwa, Ngema, Ndelu; Mhango.
Golden Arrows (4-2-3-1): Ngcobo; Phillips, Jiyane, Mantshiyane, Cele; Cisse, Dlamini; Ndlovu, Maxwele, Khumalo; Dion.
Verdict
I am backing these two teams to share the spoils in this PSL clash.
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