Mamelodi Sundowns vs Sekhukhune United Predictions & Tips - Sundowns to secure Nedbank Cup victory

Ralph Staniforth

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Last updated: 27 Mar 2025

Ralph Staniforth 27 Mar 2025

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Mamelodi Sundowns predicted to win despite lineup rotation.
Both teams are likely to score in the match.
Sundowns historically hold a strong advantage over Sekhukhune United.

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Mamelodi Sundowns tipped to beat Sekhukhune in the Nedbank Cup on Friday (Getty Images).

Mamelodi Sundowns vs Sekhukhune United Preview

Sundowns have the CAF Champions League fixtures ahead of them, so could rest a few players. I still fancy the hosts to progress, but Sekhukhune can score.
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Head to Head
Mamelodi Sundowns Form & Team News
Sekhukhune United Form & Team News

Mamelodi Sundowns have won 11 of their last 14 matches.
Mamelodi Sundowns have conceded in 5 of their last 7 matches.
Sekhukhune United have lost 7 of their 8 matches vs Mamelodi Sundowns.
Sekhukhune United have seen BTTS Yes in 9 of their last 10 matches.

Head to Head

Sundowns have won all seven previous games against these opponents.

Mamelodi Sundowns Form & Team News

Sundowns were beaten in their last match but their league in the PSL table is still 15 points. They have played four matches more than second-placed Orlando Pirates though.

A 4-2 win at Sekhukhune United preceded a 1-0 win vs Kaizer Chiefs and a 1-1 draw at Golden Arrows as Downs outshot their opponents 19-6. A 2-0 home win over AmaZulu saw a dominant display.

Their last match brought a 2-1 loss at Orlando Pirates. They started the match slowly and were 2-0 down after just five minutes.

Coach Miguel Cardoso is set to rest his entire best XI ahead of a key CAF Champions League clash next week. Themba Zwane and Rivaldo Coetzee are injured in the midfield.

There could be a rare start for striker Arthur Sales. Kobamelo Kodisang and Tashreeq Matthews could complete the front three.

Sekhukhune United Form & Team News

Sekhukhune sit fifth in the PSL table having lost three of their last four league fixtures. They recently appointed Eric Tinkler as coach.

A 4-2 home loss to Mamelodi Sundowns was followed by a 2-1 home Nedbank Cup win over Milford. A 2-1 defeat at Richards Bay with 16 shots conceded saw coach Lehlohonolo Seema sacked.

A last-gasp goal sealed a 2-1 win over Marumo Gallants under their new coach. Their last match before the FIFA break brought a 2-1 home defeat to Stellenbosch FC.

Striker Andy Boyeli is fit after an injury and is competing with Chibuike Ohizu to start up front. Attacking midfielder Sipho Mbule is ineligible against his parent club.

It could be an unchanged XI from the last match as the new coach looks to avoid unsettling his squad.

Verdict

Mamelodi Sundowns v Sekhukhune United

I see both teams scoring in this match. Despite their mass rotation, I'm tipping Sundowns for the win.

BTTS Yes

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