Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns Prediction: Another trophy for the Brazilians

On Saturday, Orlando Pirates will square off against the Brazilians at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The last time both sides met in this tournament, the Buccaneers trashed Mamelodi Sundowns (3-0). Can history repeat itself even though Orlando Pirates' form has nosedived in recent weeks?

The Buccaneers have struggled in the league this season, winning two, sharing the spoils once, and losing two games. Orlando Pirates have lost three consecutive games for the first time since January. Orlando Pirates have been struggling up front and conceded in all but one of their last five games in all competitions.

The Buccaneers have an arduous task ahead of them and must be at their best to get anything from this game.

The Brazilians are one of the best teams in Africa at the moment; they’ve won five consecutive games and are unbeaten in their last twenty games. Mamelodi Sundowns head here after knocking out Kaizer Chiefs (3-2) on aggregate.

Mamelodi Sundowns seem unstoppable and head here with the hope of causing more problems for their opponent.

Over their previous twenty meetings, Mamelodi Sundowns have won twelve while Orlando Pirates have won four and four games ending in a tie. The Brazilians have won four consecutive matches against the Buccaneers. After being eliminated from the CAF Champions League by Galaxy FC, Orlando Pirates are unlucky to play against their worst enemy in the division. It could be worse for the Buccaneers, who will be desperate for a win but might be exposed by the visitors. On the other hand, the Brazilians are in great shape coming into this encounter and are the favorite to win the trophy.

We expect Orlando Pirates to at least fight here, and we think they might get a goal.

The Brazilians have won before the break in their last five games; bet on an away halftime win for 2.57.

Good luck!