Raphael Durand
Dailysports's expert
One of the relegation group clashes between Kasrik Stars and Cape Town City will take place on Wednesday at the Solomon Mahlangu Stadium. I’m backing a bet on goals in this matchup with an attractive odds offer.
Match preview
Kasrik Stars approach this fixture with plenty of determination, having shown decent form at the tail end of the season—two wins in their last five matches. They’ve been especially solid on home turf: in their last six home games, they’ve always picked up points, recording three wins and three draws.
Their game is built on organized defending and rapid wing play, which is particularly effective against opponents focused on possession. The key will be taking their chances, as in their opening match against Orbit College, the team failed to break the deadlock—0:0. Nonetheless, team spirit remains high, and the clash with Cape Town could be a turning point.
Cape Town City, as a Premier League outfit, are the main favorites to retain their top-flight status. They’re unbeaten in three consecutive matches, including a goalless draw with the same Orbit College (0:0) in the first round.
Despite underwhelming offensive output—just two goals in their last five games—the team remains rock-solid at the back, having kept clean sheets in each of their previous three matches. This could prove vital against Kasrik Stars, who aren’t exactly known for creative attacking play.
Probable lineups
- Kasrik Stars: Lako, Tokolo, Chokoe, Sebetlela, Mlilo, Semash, Agoe, Chauke, Erasmus, Rakwena, Mukte
- Cape Town City: Keet, Nyama, Cupido, Gordillo, Mkhize, Mokotjo, Gonzalez, Domingo, Amato, Rode, Sukuna
Match facts and head-to-head
- Kasrik Stars are unbeaten at home in their last six matches
- Cape Town City have managed just one away win in their last 10 matches
- The teams did not meet in any official competition last season
Prediction
Both teams tend to play cautiously, and the first goal could be decisive. Kasrik Stars are likely to push forward at home, but Cape Town City are adept at shutting games down and grinding out results. Our bet for this match is “Total Under 2.0” at odds of 1.65.
