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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Prediction & Betting Tips - MTN 8
by Devesh Jaganath | in Football Predictions
Two of South Africa’s most famous teams, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, will face off in the MTN 8 Final this Saturday. After a gruelling two rounds of action between the PSL’s top eight teams from last year, only two sides remain. The Soweto and Pretoria-based clubs will head to the east coast for this match, which will be played at the neutral venue of Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Form
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns Last Matches
1/6 (17%)
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5/6 (83%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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3/6 (50%)
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3/6 (50%)
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2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
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4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
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5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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Orlando Pirates - Mamelodi Sundowns: Form Analysis
Orlando Pirates are the defending champions of the MTN 8 title. They secured their 11th crown in this competition last season, beating Amazulu 1-0. The Buccaneers now have a chance to pull within three of the all-time title winners, Kaizer Chiefs on 15. Pirates eased through the quarter-finals, beating Sekhukhune United 5-0 back in August. However, their semi-final was not as straightforward against a Stellenbosch side that refused to lie down. Pirates won the first leg 2-1 after Stellies were reduced to 10 men and lost the second leg 1-0. The Buccaneers only advanced thanks to the away goals rule. While their form in this competition has been good, Pirates have struggled elsewhere. They have failed to win any of their last four matches in all competitions and are in 14th place in their domestic league, with seven points after five games.
Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns are the third most successive side in this competition and are bidding to earn their fifth title. While they have been a force in the PSL over the last few years, they have struggled to find the same success in this competition. They have only won the MTN 8 title once in the last 15 seasons. Sundowns beat Swallows 1-0 in the quarter-final and overcame Kaizer Chiefs 3-2 on aggregate in the semi-final. The Brazilians have also won all eight of their PSL matches this season and lead the league standings by eight points already. Sundowns have won each of their last four matches against Pirates and are the favourites in this one.
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Orlando Pirates & Mamelodi Sundowns Squad Analysis
Several key players for Pirates are missing in this one, including Thembinkosi Lorch, Lesedi Kapinga, and Kermit Erasmus, who are currently sidelined due to injuries. In the latest update, the Sea Robbers have revealed that Katlego Otladisa could potentially return to action, having recovered from the injury he sustained during his debut against Stellenbosch FC.
For Sundowns, Sipho Mbule is still on the treatment table due to an ankle injury, but reports suggest his return is imminent. Thapelo Morena and Bathusi Aubaas will join Mbule on the sideline with a foot and groin injury, respectively. The Brazilian striker Lucas Ribeiro was withdrawn early against Bumamuru over the weekend but has not been ruled out in this one
Orlando Pirates - Mamelodi Sundowns Key Points
- Pirates have lost each of their last four matches in all competitions
- Pirates have failed to score a single goal in their last four games
- Sundowns are on a four-match winning streak against this opponent
- Sundown are unbeaten in 13 consecutive matches in all competitions
- These sides met in the league two weeks ago and Sundowns won the match 1-0
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Our Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Prediction
Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns - Other Interesting Predictions
Double Chance - Draw or Sundowns
For those who are unsure if Sundowns will get the job done in 90 minutes, you could opt for the double chance option at very reasonable odds.
Under 2.5
Each of the last three matches between these sides have ended with fewer than three goals. In addition, Sundowns have shut out Pirates in five of their last six meetings.
Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns match : Frequently asked questions
The MTN 8 final between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will be played on October 7 2023, at 18:00 SAST
The MTN 8 Final will be played in a neutral venue at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
You can watch the MTN 8 Final on DStv.com or the DStv Now App. The match will also be aired live on SuperSport TV's PSL channel 202.
If you are not near a TV set, SportyTrader will keep you up to the minute with all the action from the MTN 8 final on their livescore page.
Orlando Pirates are the defending champions and claimed their 11th title last season, beating Amazulu. Mamelodi Sundowns last won the title in 2021-22, which was their fourth MTN 8 trophy. Kaizer Chiefs are the all-time record holders in the competition, with 15 titles to their name.
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