Chippa United vs Orlando Pirates Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups - March 5, 2025
Chippa United
One of the clashes of the 21st round of the South African Premier League will be played on Wednesday at the "Sisa Dukashe" stadium, where the local club Chippa United will host Orlando Pirates. I recommend betting on goals in this match with good chances of winning.
Match Preview
Chippa United managed to successfully retain their Premier League status last season, finishing four points clear of the relegation zone. This season, the team is in 9th place in the standings, with 22 points after 17 matches played.
On one hand, Chippa United is five points ahead of the relegation teams, which gives a certain level of confidence. However, the results of the last matches indicate the team's instability. In the last round, the club drew away against Richards Bay – 0:0. Overall, in the last four encounters, Chippa United has lost twice and won once.
Meanwhile, the "Pirates from Orlando" are showing excellent form this Premier League season, currently sitting in second place in the standings. After 16 rounds played, Orlando Pirates have accumulated 36 points, 18 points less than the leader Mamelodi Sundowns. It is worth noting that the "Pirates" have four fewer matches, which gives them a good chance for further ascent in the table.
In the last round, Orlando Pirates played an away match against survival contenders Marumo Gallants and lost 0:2. This defeat was their second in the last three rounds and resulted in the championship leader significantly extending their lead.
Probable Lineups
- Chippa United: Keith, Mkhize, Cupido, Petrus, Nyama, Mokotjo, Rhodes, Domingo, Makarinje, Gonzalez, Tjiueza
- Orlando Pirates: Shane, Hotto, Nda, Sesane, Monare, Mofokeng, Maswanganyi, Mahaule, Saleng, Mabasa
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- In the first round, Orlando Pirates defeated their opponent 2:1
- The "Both Teams to Score" bet won in three out of five matches
- The "Over 2.5 Goals" bet won in two out of five encounters
Prediction
Bookmakers are understandably siding with the visitors and offer odds of 1.60 for a "Pirates" victory. The club from Orlando is not stable and, as we see, can lose even to an underdog. Perhaps it's better to take "Over 2.0 Goals" with odds of 1.67 here.
