Mamelodi Sundowns vs Maniema prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - November 26, 2024
Dillan George
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
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On Tuesday, November 26, in the first round of the CAF Champions League, Mamelodi Sundowns will host Maniema. I propose a bet on goals by one of the teams in this match.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- Mamelodi Sundowns are on a seven-match home winning streak across all competitions.
- Maniema are unbeaten in their last 12 away matches.
- In 3 of the last 5 matches of Mamelodi Sundowns, the over 2.5 goals bet has been successful.
- These teams previously played in the CAF Champions League in 2022. Back then, Mamelodi Sundowns won 2-0 at home and drew 2-2 away.
Match preview
Mamelodi Sundowns are the champions of South Africa. The "Brazilians" completely dominated the South African Premier League, finishing 23 points ahead of Orlando Pirates. Mamelodi Sundowns also reached the semifinals of the previous CAF Champions League, securing qualification for the revamped 2025 Club World Cup.
This season has been less successful so far for Mamelodi Sundowns. After 7 rounds, they are in second place in the Premier League with 18 points. Orlando Pirates are leading, having not dropped a single point. In the League Cup, the "Brazilians" reached the final but were surprisingly defeated by Magesi 2-1 on Saturday.
In the CAF Champions League qualifiers, Mamelodi Sundowns easily defeated Mbabane Swallows twice with a score of 4-0.
Maniema are not traditionally among the strongest clubs in DR Congo, making their second-place finish in Ligue 1 last season a surprise. This is only their second appearance in the CAF Champions League, and they are considered clear underdogs in a group that also includes FAR Rabat and Raja Casablanca.
After 7 rounds in their Ligue 1 group, Maniema confidently sit in first place with 17 points. The "Green-Blacks" have won their last four matches, conceding only one goal.
Unlike Mamelodi Sundowns, Maniema had to go through two qualifying rounds to reach the CAF Champions League group stage. They eliminated Zimbabwe's Ngezi Platinum after two 0-0 draws and a penalty shootout, and then shocked Angola's Petro de Luanda with a 2-1 home win and a 0-0 away draw.
Possible lineups
- Mamelodi Sundowns: Williams, Mudau, Khoza, Lebusa, Lunga, Mkhulise, Maboe, Maema, Lethlakhu, Arthur Sales, Shalulile
- Maniema: Efongue, Simete, Diumerci, Moanda, Ndombélé, Sangana, Bakasu, Kitambala, Basiala, Mboma, Mbala
Prediction for Mamelodi Sundowns vs Maniema
Mamelodi Sundowns are clear favorites and should easily secure three points. My bet: the home team will score more than one goal.
