Marumo Gallants vs AmaZulu prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - September 28, 2024
Marumo Gallants
AmaZulu FC
One of the fourth-round matches of the South African Premier League will take place on Saturday in Thohoyandou, where Marumo Gallants will host AmaZulu. Here's a match preview from the Dailysports expert team.
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Marumo Gallants
The "Warriors of War" finished last season in 11th place in the First Division. However, by purchasing the rights to participate in the Premier League from Moroka Swallows, the team managed to return to South Africa’s top flight. So far, the team has struggled to make an impact and looks destined for a relegation battle.
Marumo Gallants have failed to earn a single point in their first three matches. In their opener, they lost 1-2 at home to Kaizer Chiefs. This was followed by a 0-2 away defeat to Golden Arrows. A few days ago, they were outclassed by Mamelodi Sundowns, losing 1-4 away from home.
AmaZulu
AmaZulu also had a disappointing campaign last season, finishing 11th in the Premier League, just six points above the relegation zone. Their away form was particularly poor, with only three wins from 15 matches.
The new Premier League season has not started well for AmaZulu either. They lost both of their opening matches. In the first round, AmaZulu traveled to Polokwane and suffered a 1-2 defeat. More recently, they hosted Kaizer Chiefs at home, where they lost 1-3.
Match Facts
- The "Under 2.5 Goals" bet has hit in the last seven encounters between these teams.
- The "Both Teams to Score" bet has landed only once in their last five matches.
- Both teams scored in two of Marumo Gallants’ three matches this season.
H2H
The last time these teams faced each other was in the 2022/23 season, with both matches ending in draws. AmaZulu are unbeaten against Marumo Gallants in six straight meetings, winning two of them.
Probable Lineups
- Marumo Gallants: Akpeyi, Msendami, Rikotso, Sibia, Mabotja, Manaka, Dhludhlu, Nange, Sithole, Mahlatsi, Shai.
- AmaZulu: Mzimela, Hanamub, Filiies, Gumede, Mobara, Motswari, Brooks, Moremi, Ngema, Mbanjwa, Ighodaro.
Prediction
Both teams have started the season poorly, and bookmakers understandably see no clear favorite in this clash. This is a crucial opportunity for both sides to earn their first points. We believe the visitors have a slight edge, and our pick is "AmaZulu to win with a Draw No Bet" at odds of 1.82.
