Stellenbosch – Polokwane City: Can Stellenbosch extend their unbeaten run?
Stellenbosch
Polokwane City
In Matchweek 15 of the Betway Championship, Stellenbosch host Polokwane City on Wednesday, 3 December, with kick-off set for 18:30 CET. I’m offering you a betting pick for this fixture.
Stellenbosch – Polokwane City: Match facts and H2H
- Stellenbosch are unbeaten in their last three games, with two wins and a draw.
- Polokwane City are also unbeaten in three matches, collecting two draws and a win.
- Polokwane City have won just one of their last five away games.
- In their previous six home fixtures, Stellenbosch recorded four wins, one draw and one defeat.
- Stellenbosch and Polokwane City share the league’s second-worst attack, with nine goals scored.
- Polokwane City have conceded seven goals – the league’s third-worst defensive record.
- Stellenbosch have lost 40% of their matches this season without scoring, while Polokwane City have done so in 23% of their games.
- Polokwane City have not conceded in both halves of any match this season.
- Stellenbosch and Polokwane City drew 1–1 in their most recent head-to-head meeting.
Stellenbosch – Polokwane City: Match preview
Stellenbosch sit at the bottom of the table and continue to struggle for consistency. After 13 matches they have collected just 12 points and currently occupy 14th place. They are only one point above the relegation zone, which sets up a tense and difficult battle ahead. The gap to third place stands at ten points. Last season, the team finished third, but replicating that achievement now looks far more difficult.
Polokwane City are in better form and currently sit higher than Stellenbosch in the standings. The Citizens have 20 points from 13 matches and hold seventh place. They trail third place by only two points. The table is tightly packed, adding to the intrigue. Polokwane City need to push harder if they want to finish in the top three. Their recent run has been inconsistent: one win, two draws and two defeats.
Probable line-ups
- Stellenbosch: Stephens, Manafov, Godswill, Mcaba, Moloisane, Palace, Mokobodi, Mthiyane, Titus, Khanyi, Lekoloane
- Polokwane City: Bwire, Nkwe, Nikani, Matuludi, Nkaki, Maphangule, Kambala, Mashini, Ramabu, Tshabalala, Moremi
Prediction
We can expect an intriguing clash between two sides eager to climb the table. Still, I believe that Stellenbosch, playing at home, have the edge. The team is slowly building momentum, so my recommendation is a bet on their victory.
