Orlando Pirates vs Polokwane City prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - September 24, 2024
Polokwane City
In the third round of the South African Premier League, Orlando Pirates will face Polokwane City. The match will take place in Johannesburg on Tuesday, September 24, with kickoff scheduled for 15:00 Central European Time. The prediction for this match has been made by Dailysports experts.
Orlando Pirates
Last season, the Pirates finished second, just behind the dominant Mamelodi Sundowns. During the summer, the team performed well in the Eight Cup, reaching the final. Additionally, Orlando successfully navigated two rounds of qualification for the CAF Champions League.
The start of the new Premier League season has been nerve-wracking for the Pirates. In their opening match against Chippa United, Orlando fell behind but managed to equalize and snatch victory in the dying minutes.
Polokwane City
Polokwane finished eighth last season and also participated in the Eight Cup, where they were eliminated in the first round by Mamelodi Sundowns after extra time, despite having a numerical advantage.
Polokwane's opening match in the Premier League mirrored that of Orlando's, as they secured a comeback victory against AmaZulu, followed by a win against newcomer Magezi in the second round.
Match Facts
- Orlando has won four consecutive matches.
- Polokwane remains unbeaten in regulation time over the past eight matches.
- The Pirates average 1.7 goals per home game, while Polokwane averages 0.6 goals per away match.
Probable Lineups
- Orlando Pirates: Chain, Hotto, Nda, Sesane, Van Roen, Mbaza, Mahauka, Mofokeng, Saleng, Maswanganyi, Mabasa.
- Polokwane City: Sapunga, Nikani, Matuludi, Nkaki, Nkwe, Mafangule, Kambala, Ramabu, Nana, Alexander, Chauke.
Head-to-Head
The teams often draw against each other, and Polokwane City hasn't beaten Orlando Pirates in the Premier League for 10 years.
Prediction
The hosts are considered clear favorites, but the visitors have also started the new season well. I believe the match will be entertaining, and I predict a total of more than 2 goals.
