Stellenbosch vs Richards Bay Prediction: The hosts will be keen to get back-to-back wins on their ground

Stellenbosch

Last five games: LDLLW

The Stellies have had a poor start to the season in the league, with five victories and six defeats while sharing the spoils once in all competitions. On matchday 10, they ran riot against TS Galaxy, scoring three times to secure their third victory in the league. Stellenbosch head here following their (0-2) away victory over a strong Polokwane City as they set up a semifinal showdown against Richards Bay in the Carling Cup.

Steven Baker's men have conceded the second-most goals (11) this season, and they have lost three and won twice at home in the league.

Richards Bay

Last five games: WLDLL

The visiting side have won once in their last ten games in the league, as they sit in 15th place on the table. On matchday 10, they bowed to one another on their ground, as Cape Town City scored three while they responded just once. More recently, Richards Bay knocked Orlando Pirates out in the Carling Cup Quarterfinal, winning (5-4) on penalty at home.

Richards Bay have won once, drawn a game and lost once on the road in the league this season.

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous six meetings, Richards Bay have won four, while Stellenbosch have recorded a win and a game ending in a draw. Stellenbosch have been unstable in the league this season, especially on their ground; however, they play against Richards Bay, who have failed to win any of their last four games in the league. Stellenbosch head here on the back of a fantastic performance in the Carling Cup, and we think they’ll be able to draw motivation from the win to secure the maximum points here. Stellenbosch are expected to be the stronger side here, and a win is likely for 2.05.

Richards Bay will at least get a goal here; bet on BTTS for 2.10.

We expect to see a BTTS and over 2.5 goals for 3.20.

Good luck!