Home advantage could prove decisive: Stellenbosch vs Sekhukhune United prediction
Stellenbosch
Sekhukhune United
The South African Premiership sixth-round match between Stellenbosch and Sekhukhune United will take place on 11 September. The hosts sit 11th with five points from five matches, while the visitors are sixth with seven points. Here is a prediction for the match with a strong chance of success.
Stellenbosch: downturn after a prolific spell
Stellenbosch have failed to score in their last two league matches: after a 1-0 defeat to Golden Arrows, they drew 0-0 with Durban City. Before that, the hosts looked much more dangerous and scored six goals across two matches.
Their home record remains fairly strong. Stellenbosch have won four of their last six matches on their own ground and have lost only twice in their previous 11 home fixtures.
Sekhukhune United: goalscoring problems away from home
Sekhukhune drew 0-0 with TS Galaxy in their latest match, ending a run of three consecutive defeats. Before that, they faced Orlando Pirates three times in a row and lost all three matches without scoring.
The visitors have struggled particularly badly away from home, losing their last three away matches without scoring. In addition, Sekhukhune have failed to win on any of their last five visits to Stellenbosch.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Stellenbosch have won four of their last six meetings with Sekhukhune.
- Sekhukhune have failed to win in their last five away matches against Stellenbosch.
- Sekhukhune have lost their last three away matches.
The hosts look the better option: Stellenbosch vs Sekhukhune United prediction
Both teams have struggled in attack recently, so the match is unlikely to be too open. However, Stellenbosch are much more confident at home and regularly perform well against this opponent.
Sekhukhune have been particularly inconsistent away from home and have not only been losing their recent away matches but also creating very little threat going forward. In these circumstances, the hosts deserve the edge.
