Sekhukhune United vs Orlando Pirates Prediction: The Buccaneers are the favourite to secure all the points

Sekhukhune United will face off against Orlando Pirates at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday. The home side have been pretty much consistent this season, but they have a stern test ahead of their clash against the Buccaneers on their ground. 

Sekhukhune United (4th)

Last five games: DWWLD

Babina Noko's team settled for a share of the spoils on the road against Stellenbosch in a very difficult manner. Sekhukhune United were restrained to make some outrageous decisions after being reduced to ten men in the 28th minute. Both teams got a goal apiece early in the game but Sekhukhune United were forced to defend throughout the entire time. This was after their slim (1-0) loss against Kaizer Chiefs away from home. 

The hosts continue to impress under the watch of coach Lehlohonolo Seema. His side has been in decent form this campaign and seems like a top-four side. They have picked up twenty-four points from a possible forty-two, scoring sixteen and conceding twelve.

Sekhukhune United have won five, drawn once and lost once at home in this competition. 

Players to Watch: Former Mamelodi Sundowns have been key members of the host team this season. Midfielder Keletso Makgalwa is a joy to watch, and he understands the importance of tomorrow's game. 

Orlando Pirates (2nd)

Last five games: LWWLW

The Buccaneers returned to winning ways after their loss against Cape Town City on the road. They snatched victory at the jaws of a stalemate against their rival as Patrick Maswanganyi scored from a spot kick in the 96th minute. It was a game of plenty of chances but few goals, as both teams were indecisive in front of goal. 

Orlando Pirates have now scored twenty-three times this campaign while conceding five. Jose Riveiro's men presently sit in second place on the log, winning ten and losing twice. The Buccaneers have lost twice on the road in the league since May last year, and they'll be determined to maintain such a run. 

Players to Watch: Barcelona-bound Relebohile Mofokeng has been in immense form this season. He’s a tricky young midfielder who will torment Kaizer Chiefs' defence tomorrow.

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous eight meetings, Orlando Pirates have won five, while Sekhukhune United have recorded two wins and a game, ending in a share of the spoils. The Buccaneers are firing from all cylinders this season, and they’ll face off with another tough team just before their game against Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday. 

Orlando Pirates might want to prioritise the game against Mamelodi Sundowns, even though this fixture might be a more difficult encounter.

The hosts, in their last two games, have struggled to defeat big teams, and I have a feeling they’ll struggle against their guests. Even though this game could end in a share of the spoils, Orlando Pirates are the favourite to secure all the points; bet on an away win or draw and over 1.5 goals for 1.90 at (Betway).

I think the guests might likely get a goal before the break for 2.03 at (1xbet).

Orlando Pirates have a far more superior team than their guests and a win for them at 1.90 could be worth the risk. 

Good luck!