Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United Betting Tips - Pirates to advance to semi's in Carling KO Cup
Orlando Pirates are tipped to win to nil against Sekhukhune United in their next fixture. Pirates have already beaten Sekhukhune three times this season and have kept 29 clean sheets in their last 41 matches. Sekhukhune United, despite some recent good form, have struggled away from home, losing to nil in four of their last six away games. Both teams have some injury concerns, but Pirates’ defensive solidity and dominance in recent head-to-head meetings make them the selection for a win to nil in the Full Time Result market.
- Pirates are tipped to win to nil against Sekhukhune United.
- Pirates have kept 29 clean sheets in their last 41 matches.
- Sekhukhune have lost to nil in four of their last six away games.
Sekhukhune are not in bad form but their away results are concerning. Pirates have already beaten them three times this season, another win to nil is tipped.
- Key Stats - Pirates too Good Defensively
- Orlando Pirates Hold Comfortable Lead
- Pirates Churning Out Wins
- Sekhukhune Confidence is High
- Predicted Lineups & News
Key Stats - Pirates too Good Defensively
- Orlando Pirates have won 33 of their last 42 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have kept 29 clean sheets in their last 41 matches.
- Sekhukhune United have lost 7 of their last 11 matches vs Orlando Pirates.
- Sekhukhune United have lost to zero in 4 of their last 6 away matches.
Orlando Pirates Hold Comfortable Lead
Pirates have won nine of their 15 matches against Sekhukhune United. There have been two draws.
Pirates Churning Out Wins
Pirates’ 18 matches this season have seen just one defeat, although that came in the MTN 8 Cup Final. They’re flying in the league with 25 points from nine matches.
A 2-0 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN 8 Final was followed by beating TS Galaxy 3-0 at home. They beat African Stars 5-0 on aggregate in a CAF Champions qualifier.
Pirates made light work of Milford in a 4-0 home victory in the Carling Knockout Cup. Last weekend, they beat Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 in the Soweto Derby after a strong second half showing.
Sekhukhune Confidence is High
Sekhukhune sit sixth in the PSL after four wins in nine rounds of action. They won three matches in a row in all competitions before losing last time out.
A 1-1 draw at Stellenbosch saw a late goal was conceded before winning 3-2 away at Richards Bay after being outshot 16-9. A 2-1 league win at home vs Marumo Gallants saw them produce 2.55 xG.
Sekhukhune beat Richards Bay 3-1 in the last round of the Carling Knockout Cup. However, they looked complacent in a 1-0 defeat away to newly-promoted Milford FC.
Predicted Lineups & News
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1): Chaine; Lungu, Seema, Sibisi, Hotto; Mbatha, Mokobodi; Appollis, Masilela, Moremi; Mbuthuma.
Orlando Pirates are without right back Kamogelo Sebelebele due to injury. Ghampani Lungu is expected to deputise in that role.
Sihle Nduli and Andre De Jong are absent in midfield due to injury. Oswin Appollis is pushing for a recall in attack after a lively outing as a substitute against Chiefs.
Sekhukhune United (4-2-3-1): Buthelezi; Mobbie, O’Neill, Matsimbi, Kazeem; Mkhize, Khupe; Mokhoane, Rammala, Vandala; Ohizu.
Babina Noko have centre back King Ndlovu available again after injury. Left back Vuyo Letlapa is still out injured.
Tshepo Mashiloane is ineligible to face his parent club right back. Speedy forward Lehlohonolo Mojela is also unlikely to feature in this match.
Verdict
I see a Pirates win in 90 minutes. I'm backing them to keep a clean sheet.
Orlando Pirates Win
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