Orlando Pirates vs Milford Betting Tips - Pirates to see off Milford challenge in PSL opener
Orlando Pirates face Milford FC in their PSL season opener. Pirates come in as strong favourites, having won a domestic treble last term and boasting impressive recent form—18 wins and 17 clean sheets in their last 25 and 24 matches, respectively. Milford, promoted via the playoffs, have little top-flight experience and an ageing squad. No previous meetings exist between these sides. The key prediction suggests a comfortable 3-0 win for Pirates, with over 2.5 team goals and Pirates keeping a clean sheet.
- Orlando Pirates are strong favourites after a treble-winning season.
- Milford FC are newcomers, promoted via playoffs with little PSL experience.
- Prediction: Pirates to win 3-0, scoring over 2.5 goals and keeping a clean sheet.
Milford were promoted via the playoffs but lack any real experience in the PSL. This is a tough first assignment for them and I foresee Pirates cruising to victory.
- Key Stats – Defending PSL champs to Win
- No Previous Clashes
- Pirates Won Domestic Treble Last Term
- Milford FC Promoted Via the Playoffs
- Pirates vs Milford Predicted Lineups & News
Key Stats – Defending PSL champs to Win
- Orlando Pirates have won 18 of their last 25 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have scored 24 goals in their last 9 matches (2.66 goals per game).
- Orlando Pirates have kept 17 clean sheets in their last 24 matches.
- Milford have seen BTTS No in 5 of their last 6 matches.
No Previous Clashes
This is the first ever meeting between these clubs.
Pirates Won Domestic Treble Last Term
Pirates ended a 14-year league trophy drought last season. They won 21 of their final 28 league matches and lifted two domestic trophies to make it a treble.
After a 1-1 draw vs Kaizer Chiefs, the pressure was ramping up. They bounced back to win 2-0 at Stellenbosch and 3-0 at Magesi.
Needing just one win to lift the title, they could only draw 0-0 at home to Durban City. They finished the job on the final day as they beat Orbit College 2-0 after two own goals.
Milford FC Promoted Via the Playoffs
Milford finished third in last season’s Motsepe Foundation Championship. They secured promotion via the PSL relegation/promotion playoffs.
They began the playoffs with a fine 1-0 win at Cape Town City. A 1-0 win over top-placed Betway Premiership finishers Magesi FC followed.
Milford lost 1-0 at home to Cape Town City, but secured promotion in their final playoff match. A 1-1 home draw vs Magesi was enough to see them reach the PSL for the first time in their history.
Pirates vs Milford Predicted Lineups & News
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1): Chaine; Sebelebele, Seema, Sibisi, Hotto; Nduli, Mbatha; Appollis, Maswanganyi, Moremi; Radiopane.
Orlando Pirates sold key man Relebohile Mofokeng in the off-season. They have signed a number of players, but arguably none will be members of the best XI.
Midfielder Sihle Nduli and defender Tapelo Xoki are available again after long-term injuries. Boitumelo Radiopane is tipped to start up front in preference to recent signing Sebastian Pedersen.
Milford:
Milford FC chairman Dr Xanti Pupuma and coach has an ageing squad of players. There is little to no top-flight experience to call upon.
Thabang Mabena is one of their best signings, arriving on a free transfer from Black Leopards. Sicelo Masilela could play up front after excelling in the Third Tier last season, before joining Milford.
Verdict
I see Pirates winning to zero. I'm backing Bucs to score over 2.5 team goals in a 3-0 win.
Pirates win to nil
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Pirates 3-0 Milford
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