Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates Prediction: This dead rubber game won’t deny us goals

On Saturday, Egyptian heavyweight Al Ahly will face off against South African colossus Orlando Pirates in the race to claim supremacy at the top of the log tomorrow. The Cairo International Stadium will host this super clash as even though it’s a needless game for both teams, the tempo, and the atmosphere makes it an important game for both sides. The return leg promises to be more exciting after their tedious reverse leg. 

Al Ahly (Egypt)

Last five matches: WDWLW

The Red Castle returned from their recent first defeat in twenty-three CAF Champions League games. Al Ahly, who were behind at the break, returned with unusual momentum in the second half, as midfield maestro Emam Ashour destroyed Stade Abidjan on their home turf. After the break, Al Ahly scored three times courtesy of an inform Emam Ashour in a (1-3) victory on the road.

Al Ahly are the most successful team in the history of the competition having won it eleven times, and are the defending champions. Marcel Koller's men have picked up ten points from a combined fifteen, scoring thirteen and conceding five. 

Al Ahly are the most experienced team in this competition; they know what they want and how to get it.

Player to Watch: One of the most dangerous African players, Emam Ashour, is an Egyptian Kelvin De Bruyne. He’s the highest-rated player in this tournament and has scored four times while providing one assist. 

Orlando Pirates (South Africa)

Last five games: WDDWW

The Buccaneers have been unstoppable in this competition, heading here without defeat in five successive games. Recently, they found the back of the net twice to end CR Belouizdad's journey in the tournament. Orlando Pirates didn’t really do much and were effective in front of goal, converting two of their three shots at goal. 

This was after their emphatic victory over Stade Abidjan on their home turf. Orlando Pirates picked up eleven points from a possible fifteen, scoring eight and conceding three.

The Buccaneers have drawn once and won a game on the road since the start of this competition. 

Players to Watch: Barcelona bound Relebohile Mofokeng have been in immense form this season. He’s a tricky young midfielder who will torment Al Ahly’s defense tomorrow.

Interesting Facts

Over their previous seven meetings, Al Ahly have won once while Orlando Pirates have recorded three wins and three games ending in a tie. 

Four of their last five meetings have ended with less than two goals.

Expert Betting Tips

Al Ahly are one of the teams tipped to win this tournament, widely because of their pedigree in this competition. The Red Devils have struggled on the road this time but have made their home turf a refuge. On the other hand, Orlando Pirates have been formidable in this tournament and are one of the few teams yet to taste defeat.

It’s good to note that this game is a needless encounter, as both teams already booked their spot in the knockout phase. However, Al Ahly will protect their home record against such a well-drilled Buccaneers side.

Al Ahly are still without some key players, but have enough resources to get what they want against Orlando Pirates. Unlike the first leg, which produced zero goals, I think both teams will express themselves freely here since nothing is at stake. Al Ahly are the favorite as they’ll create a very hostile atmosphere for the guests who can also be dangerous on their days. The most reasonable outcome here is for the hosts to win; however, I think a BTTS and over 2.5 goals will surface here for 3.20 at (Betway).

I also think the hosts will win and score more than two goals for 2.25 at (1xbet).

I expect to see at least a goal from the hosts before the break for 1.72 at (Bet365).

Good luck!