Mamelodi Sundowns vs Cape Town City prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - October 30, 2024
Cape Town City FC
One of the sixth-round matches in the South African Premier Division will take place on Wednesday in Pretoria, where Mamelodi Sundowns will host Cape Town City at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium. For this match, a bet on the total number of goals scored is recommended.
Mamelodi Sundowns
Under Rhulani Mokwena, Sundowns had an outstanding last season, finishing at the top of the league. Across 30 rounds, they suffered only one loss, and that was in the final round to Cape Town City. They led their closest rivals, Orlando Pirates, by an impressive 23 points.
Sundowns started the new Premier League season strong as well, remaining undefeated until the last weekend when they traveled to Polokwane and fell 0-1. This setback saw them drop to second place, trailing Orlando Pirates by three points.
Cape Town City
This summer, Cape Town City participated in the MTN Cup, progressing through the quarterfinals with a narrow 1-0 away win over Sekhukhune. However, they were ultimately defeated by Orlando Pirates in the semi-finals over two legs, missing out on the trophy.
In the current Premier League season, Cape Town City has had a shaky start, occupying 12th place in the table. Over four matches, they have secured only one victory and suffered one defeat. Heading into this match against Mamelodi Sundowns, they come off a home draw against Marumo Gallants.
Match Facts
- In the last six matches between these teams, the "Both Teams to Score – No" bet has won.
- In the last seven meetings, the "Total Under 2.5" bet has come through.
- In Cape Town City's last four matches, neither team scored.
H2H
Last season, Cape Town City beat Sundowns 1-0 away, while the reverse fixture in Cape Town ended in a goalless draw.
Probable Lineups
- Mamelodi Sundowns: Onyango; De Reuck, Coetzee, Lebusa; Morena, Mabu, Bravo, Twani, Mabena; Rayners, Matthews.
- Cape Town City: Kee; Nyama, Cupido, Gordillo, Mhize; Mokotjo, Gonzalez, Domingo; Amato, Rode, Sukuna.
Prediction
Given the teams’ history of low-scoring encounters, it's unlikely we'll see a high goal tally in this match. Our bet is "Total Under 2.5" at odds of 1.72.
