Orlando Pirates vs TS Galaxy Betting Tips - Pirates to return to winning ways in PSL
The article analyzes the upcoming match between Orlando Pirates and TS Galaxy, forecasting a strong comeback for the Pirates after their recent MTN 8 Final loss. The Pirates have a dominant record, including 28 wins in their last 37 matches and 25 clean sheets in 36. TS Galaxy has struggled, winning only twice in their last 19 matches. The recommendation is for Orlando Pirates to win to nil and cover the -1 handicap.
- Orlando Pirates are backed to win against TS Galaxy with a clean sheet.
- Pirates have dominated recent head-to-head meetings and hold strong form despite their MTN 8 Final defeat.
- TS Galaxy have only two wins in their last 19 matches, struggling offensively.
Pirates are backed to bounce back from their final defeat at the weekend. I fancy them in on the -1 handicap.
- Key Stats - Clean Sheet for Pirates
- Pirates Hold the Edge
- Pirates 10 Wins in Last 13
- Galaxy two victories in last 19
- Predicted Lineups & News
Key Stats - Clean Sheet for Pirates
- Orlando Pirates have won 28 of their last 37 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have kept 25 clean sheets in their last 36 matches.
- Orlando Pirates have won by 2+ goals in 7 of their last 10 matches.
- TS Galaxy have lost 8 of their last 15 away matches.
- TS Galaxy have failed to score in their last 3 matches.
Pirates Hold the Edge
Orlando Pirates hold a 7-3 lead over TS Galaxy with two draws in 13 meetings.
Pirates 10 Wins in Last 13
Pirates have ten wins and two draws in 13 matches in the 2026-27 season. Their last match saw a 25-game unbeaten streak come to an end in the MTN 8 Final.
A 0-0 first-leg draw away at La Cure Waves of Mauritius was followed by a 3-1 home win in the second leg. A 2-0 win over Durban City and a 2-0 win at Marumo Gallants followed.
On Saturday, Pirates lost 2-0 to Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN 8 Final. They only created one big chance and allowed six big chances to their opponents in a deserved defeat.
Galaxy two victories in last 19
TS Galaxy have won just twice in their last 19 matches. They’ve drawn six of their last ten fixtures.
A 0-0 home draw followed vs Golden Arrows was followed by a much-needed 3-2 win at Marumo Gallants. A 0-0 draw at Sekhukhune United and a 1-0 home loss to Kruger United followed.
Their last match saw a dire 1-0 home loss to Chippa United. The Rockets only produced 0.36 xG and five shots in a toothless display.
Predicted Lineups & News
Orlando Pirates (4-3-3): Chaine; Lungu, Seema, Sibisi, Ndaba; Mbatha, Mokobodi; Appollis, Masilela, Moremi; Mbuthuma.
Orlando Pirates are without Sihle Nduli and Andre De Jong in midfield due to injury. Mohau Nkota is fit again after knee surgery and could feature once again as a substitute.
Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has a doubt over right back Kamogelo Sebelebele. Ghampani Lungu may deputise in that role.
TS Galaxy (4-5-1): Tape; Motaung, Zulu, Mncwango, Ngobeni; Zindoga, Mvelase, Mbunjana, Nkosi, Mahlambi; Letsoalo.
New coach Admir Adzem could change the formation a back four after previous coach Bernard Parker preferred a 3-5-2 shape.
Centre back Macbeth Mahlangu is out injured. Veteran midfielder Mlungisi Mbunjana is pushing for a recall, as is winger Junior Zindoga.
Verdict
I see Pirates winning to zero and on the -1 handicap.
Pirates win to nil
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