Orlando Pirates vs Polokwane Prediction: The two teams are in hot form so far

Orlando Pirates and Polokwane will square it off at Orlando Pirates in round 3 of the South Africa Premier League. Orlando Pirates won the last meeting of this fixture. How will this one unfold?

Orlando Pirates are coming off a win over Jwaneng Galaxy in the CAF Champions League. In a game that ended 1-0, a Monnapule Saleng lone strike was the difference in that encounter, coming in the additional minutes of the second half. In the meantime, the Orlando Pirates' last league game was against Chippa United, and they won 2-1, scoring in the 90+1 minute of the game too. Heading into this game, the Orlando Pirates have four consecutive wins, with two others against Cape Town City and the Jwaneng Galaxy.

Polokwane's last league match was against Magesi, and in that road game, this team secured a 0-2 win. In that encounter, Polokwane took the lead in the 30th minute through Puleng Marena's strike. In the meantime, Sibusiso Tshabalala's goal in the 73rd minute of the second half was good in giving Polokwane maximum points. Heading into this game, Polokwane have six points from six matches, positioning them 2nd spot in the standings with four goals scored and one conceded. 

The two teams started their season strong, and we can expect them to be at their best here. However, the Orlando Pirates have a better squad and play at the top level than Polokwane. While the two teams could work on defensive play to avoid a defeat, I am backing Orlando Pirates to take maximum points.