Chippa United vs Mamelodi Sundowns Prediction: It wont be easy for the visitors

On Saturday, Chippa United will host defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. This is one of the most anticipated matches as the Brazilians go head-to-head with Chippa United today.

The Chilli Boys began their campaign with a (0-0) share of the spoils against Kaizer Chiefs on the road. Chippa United ensured they left with a point after failing to convert their chances and also not allowing their opponent an option in their box. Their second encounter ended in another toothless share of the spoils against TS Galaxy.

More recently, they locked horns with one of the best-attacking teams in the league and came off with a point. Chippa United overturned Orlando Pirates' lead at the break and stood their ground against the Buccaneers.

Coach Morgan Mammila is a good gaffer, and we expect him to at least finish the season among the top eight this season.

The champions have started well this season, winning their last three games in the league. After playing their first teams, there was a huge concern about their defense and ability to break down their opponents heading here. They recently converted four of their nine shots on target, beating Golden Arrows (4-0) at home. Peter Shalulile, new signing Lasiba Nku (two), and Kekana were all on the scoreboard for the Brazilians, who ran riot against their opponent.

Mamelodi Sundowns showed class in their recent game but will now have to make do without last season's highest goal scorer Peter Shalulile who got injured against Golden Arrows.

Over their previous twenty meetings, Mamelodi Sundowns have won eleven, while Chippa United have won twice, and seven games ended in a deadlock. Mamelodi Sundowns have won their last two games against Chippa United.

The Brazilians have won their last four matches in all competitions this season, scoring nine while conceding twice. They sit confidently at the top with two points above second-placed Supersport. On the other hand, Chippa United remain unbeaten but yet to win a game. This season, they have had tough fixtures with games against Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs. This encounter is dicey as champions Mamelodi Sundowns will play without Peter Shalulile, who was their highest scorer last season. The home side have proved to be a top team and are well motivated to pull a surprise stunt here. We’ll rather settle for goals than go with anyone win; bet on a total under 2.5 goals for 1.75.

Both sides might settle for a halftime draw for 2.18.

This game will be intense, and we are predicting Mamelodi Sundowns to win or draw and score less than two goals here for 2.50.