Sekhukhune United vs Orlando Pirates Prediction: This encounter won’t deprive us of goals

On Saturday, Sekhukhune United will face off against Orlando Pirates at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium. The hosts, despite their run in the continental competition, have been able to perform well in both competitions even though they failed to make the top two in the CAF Confederation group phase. They’ll face off against the Buccaneers, who put three goals past their opponent in the Soweto Derby. 

Last five matches: LLDLL

Babina Noko's team has been extremely decent lately, having played five games without defeat. Sekhukhune United head here with a (1-4) victory over Moroka Swallows on the road. Sekhukhune, who marched into the game with a (1-0) victory over Royal AM, got the job done after the break. Sekhukhune United have won four consecutive games for the first time since January 2023 and are now three points behind the second spot on the log. 

Sekhukhune United have won four, lost three, and drawn twice on their ground this season. 

Last five games: LDWDW

The Buccaneers bounced back from their recent (1-1) stalemate against Cape Town Spurs as they came from a (1-2) halftime defeat to a (3-2) victory over arch-rival Orlando Pirates. 

The result means they have now won twice in their previous six games. Orlando Pirates have a long way to go in their attempt to play continental football next season, as they have been inconsistent lately. They are presently out of the race for the SPL title as they trail the league leaders with thirteen whooping points. 

Orlando Pirates have won three, drawn four, and lost three on the road this season.

Over their last seven meetings, Orlando Pirates have won five, while Sekhukhune United have recorded a win and a game ending in a tie. After being knocked out of the CAF Confederation tournament, Sekhukhune will divert their attention to making the top four this season. They have won four consecutive games in the league, although those wins were against average sides and are just three points behind Orlando Pirates. On the other hand, the Buccaneers head here with a convincing (3-2) victory over Kaizer Chiefs. They have actually been unstable lately, and we think they’ll struggle against the home side here. We expect an open encounter between both teams with goals in both halves. 

The visitors have won five times against the hosts in their previous six meetings, and we expect them to win either half for 1.67.

Both teams might settle for a halftime draw here for 1.90.

Good luck!