Siwelele vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions - Downs win to return to the PSL summit

John Eastwood

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Last updated: 02 Dec 2025

John Eastwood 02 Dec 2025

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Mamelodi Sundowns are poised to reclaim the top of the PSL table with a win.
Siwelele shows improved form, but faces a challenge against Sundowns' strong defense.
This marks the first clash between the two teams.

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Sundowns to beat Siwelele to end 2025 at the top of the table (Getty Images).

Siwelele vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions

Sundowns are highly motivated to return to the top of the table. A win is tipped here with a clean sheet.
Siwelele vs Mamelodi Sundowns Predictions
Key Stats – Sundowns Solid Defensively whilst Siwelele are goal-shy
First Clash Between These Clubs
Siwelele in Improved Form – One loss in Six League Matches
Downs can go top of the PSL with a Win
Predicted Lineups & Team News

Key Stats – Sundowns Solid Defensively whilst Siwelele are goal-shy

Siwelele have failed to score in 9 of their last 13 matches.
Siwelele have lost 8 of their last 14 matches.
Mamelodi Sundowns have won 12 of their last 17 PSL matches to zero.
Mamelodi Sundowns have kept 4 clean sheets in their last 6 matches.

First Clash Between These Clubs

Siwelele and Mamelodi Sundowns are meeting for the first time. Siwelele were formed before the start of this season.

Siwelele in Improved Form – One loss in Six League Matches

Siwelele have improved of late with 11 points in their last six fixtures. An improved defensive record has been the main reason for their turnaround in fortunes.

They drew 0-0 at Kaizer Chiefs was followed by a a 1-0 home win over Sekhukhune United. They won 2-0 at Stellenbosch FC as they produced 2.20 xG.

A 2-0 loss at AmaZulu saw Siwelele outshoot their opponents 14-7. On Saturday, they could only draw 0-0 at home to bottom-placed Chippa United.

Downs can go top of the PSL with a Win

Sundowns have dropped to second in the PSL table. A win here would take them back to the summit ahead of a seven-week break for the African Cup of Nations.

Downs smashed Remo Stars 5-1 away in Nigeria and 2-0 at home to reach the CAF Champions League group stages. A tight 1-1 home draw vs Orlando Pirates followed.

Sundowns beat TS Galaxy 1-0 an 18-8 shot count. They’ve since played two CAF matches, beating Saint Eloi Lupopo 3-1 and drawing 0-0 at MC Alger with no shots on target.

Predicted Lineups & Team News

Siwelele (4-5-1): Goss; Mobbie, Sanoka, Makhele, Rapoo; Mokhuoane, Margeman; Potsane, Pule, Lungu; Magidigidi.

Right back Nyiko Mobbie is back from facial surgery. He is pushing for a first start after returning from that setback.

Striker Zakhele Lepasa is struggling with his fitness. Versatile winger player Happy Mashiane has missed the last few matches with an injury.

Mamelodi Sundowns (4-2-3-1): Williams; Mudau, Kekana, Cupido, Modiba; Allende, Mokoena; Sales, Nuno Santos; Rayners, Matthews.

Coach Miguel Cardoso is without two injured strikers in Peter Shalulile and Lebo Mothiba. Themba Zwane could feature from the bench having missed out on the AFCON squad this week.

Right back Thapelo Morena could return to the squad. Bathusi Aubaas remains out of favour.