Royal AM vs Richards Bay Prediction: We anticipate an open encounter between both teams

Royal AM will strive to secure the maximum points when they host Richards Bay at the Harry Gwala Stadium on Tuesday. Despite their transfer ban over two years, the hosts have remained resilient and they will be determined to turn the tables against a Richards Bay side who have managed just one away win in sixteen games. 

John Maduka's men have been able to prove their doubters wrong this season with two games without defeat. Following their opening-day stalemate against Cape Town City, Royal AM settled for a share of the spoils against Supersport United. Xolani Ngcobo was named man of the match, making four saves to keep his team in the game. 

The hosts, who escaped relegation last season but just a point, have failed to make any signings for the second year running. Royal AM, who still owes Samir Nurkovic R12 million have been banned by FIFA and will continue with the same players as last season.

Royal AM conceded the second most goals (43) in the previous season, a record to make do with if they’re to challenge for the top four this season.

The Natal Rich Boys head here with a (1-0) defeat against Chippa United on the road. This result came after their slim (1-0) victory over TS Galaxy. Richards Bay were denied several chances against Chippa United but were lucky not to have conceded more than a goal. 

The visiting team has appointed a former Sekhukhune United coach to lead them this campaign, letting go of the coach who won them promotion. 

Richards Bay were terrible on the road last season, and they must adjust to avoid struggling just last the previous campaign.

Over their previous five meetings, Royal AM have won four, while Richards Bay have recorded a win and a game ending in a draw. Royal AM have shown some signs of improvement in their last two matches this season. Despite not being able to sign new players, Royal AM have been efficient with the players they have. At the same time, Richards Bay have been inconsistent this campaign, and their opening-day victory was due to their opponent not taking their chances.

Royal AM have won their last two games against the guests, and we expect them to get their first win of the season here.

We expect to see more than two goals here for 2.71.

This game will produce a BTTS for 2.09.

Good luck!