Maritzburg United vs Richards Bay Prediction: The home side won’t lose here

Maritzburg will square off with Richards Bay at the Harry Gwala Stadium on Friday. The home side seems to be heading to division two; however, a victory here could revive their chances.

Last five games: LLLWL

The Blue Army failed to build on their win as they were beaten by Sekhukhune United on the road. After holding Sekhukhune United to a goalless for almost eighty minutes, they were reduced to men as the home side capitalized and got a goal. Maritzburg must win here to stand a chance of staying up, which must seem very difficult.

Maritzburg won three, drew three, and lost six in the last twelve home matches.

Last five games: LLLLL

The Natal Rich Boys have gone nine games without a win, conceding thirteen times and scoring just three goals. More recently, they surrendered to another defeat as TS Galaxy beat them (0-1) at home. Richards Bay conceded just once as the visitors protected their early lead. After competing in the champions league race during the first half of the season, Richards Bay are now seven points closer to the relegation zone.

Richards Bay have won five, lost four, and drawn three away from home this season.

Their only meeting ended in a (0-0) share of the spoils at Richards Bay home. Maritzburg are more desperate than the visitors as they rock the bottom of the log. We expect the home side to win either half here for 2.20.

Richards Bay have failed to score in their last four games, and we can’t see them challenging the visitors here; bet on a home win for 2.55.

Maritzburg United can even secure a (2-0) victory here for 7.30.

Good luck!