Pyramids FC vs Mamelodi Sundowns – Expert Betting Preview & Match Predictions

Pyramids FC vs Mamelodi Sundowns: Prediction and odds on the Match on 01 June 2025

The stage is set for one of the most prestigious football events in Africa as South African giant Mamelodi Sundowns lock horns against Egyptian colossus Pyramids FC at the 30 June Stadium on Sunday. 

The first leg ended in a share of the spoils with both teams scoring a goal apiece. As we all know, this season has been quite unpredictable with teams breaking their trophy drought in various leagues across the continent.

Pyramids FC are yet to win any major trophy in their history, and to make matters worse, this is their first-ever CAF Champions League final appearance despite spending heavily across the years. For Mamelodi Sundowns, they’ll be keen to add another star to their crest, having won the title in 2016.

🏠 Pyramids FC: Form and Statistics

Last five matches: WLDWD

Krunoslav Jurcic’s men are ninety minutes away from making history following their first leg (1-1) against Mamelodi Sundowns in South Africa. 

The Egyptian-based team has been phenomenal since the start of this season, breaking so many records. Despite their consistency in the League in recent years, they are yet to win a major trophy. Pyramids FC wrapped up their campaign in second spot with just two points below the league winners, Al Ahly. 

The last time Krunoslav Jurcic’s men were in this tournament, they failed to make it out of the group stage. This is Pyramids FC's first full season in the CAF Champions League, and they’ll be keen to make history on Sunday.

Pyramids FC haven’t had a smooth sail in this competition, but they have been resilient, winning against Orlando Pirates, AS FAR Rabat in the Knockout phases.

Pyramids FC are yet to taste defeat on their ground since the (0-1) loss against Al Ahly in July 2024.

📝 Pyramids Lineup

Krunoslav Jurcic’s men have always been an attacking side, with anyone likely to score during games. Influential winger Mostafa Faty, who has been out injured since their game against Zamalek SC, is back in the starting lineup. Overall, it is a well-rested Pyramids FC side after their final league game against Ceramica a few days ago. 

Pyramids FC Potential Starting Lineup (4-3-3)

Ahmed El Shenawy—Hamdi, Ahmed Samy, Mohamed Marei, Mohamed Chibi—Ibrahim Toure, Walid El Karti, Lasheen—Mostapha Faty, Viston Mayele, Ibrahim Adel

Head coach: Krunoslav Jurcic

✈️ Mamelodi Sundowns: Form and Statistics

Last five games: WDDDD

The Brazilians will feature in their third CAF Champions League final, with a success in 2016. Mamelodi Sundowns are the best team in South Africa, and they are the first team in the country to have been involved in three CAF Champions League finals. 

Mamelodi Sundowns have not been themselves this campaign as their free-flowing attacking football has been halted following their choice of coach. They have been great defensively, but have struggled to express themselves freely in front of goal.

The Brazilians are lucky to have secured a spot in the final, thanks to an own goal scored in the 90th minute by Al Ahly in Egypt. They knocked out the defending champions and eliminated Esperance ST in the knockout stages. 

Mamelodi Sundowns have lost just one game since the competition began, and they’ll give it all against Pyramids FC later on Sunday. 

📝 Mamelodi Sundowns

Coach Miguel Cardoso is blessed with top players who can come on to make a difference in any league match. The Portuguese man has been criticized for benching key players like Themba Zwane and Peter Shalulile. This game could be a make-or-break for the coach and who has now played two consecutive finals for different teams. 

Mamelodi Sundowns Potential Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Ronwen Williams—Khuliso Mudau, Grant Kekana, Mosa Lebusa, Aubrey Modiba—Teboho Mokoena, Marcelo Allende—Jayden Adams, Tashreeq Matthews, Lucas Ribeiro—Iqraam Rayners

Head Coach: Miguel Cardoso 

🤝 Pyramids FC vs Mamelodi Sundowns Head-to-Head

Mamelodi Sundowns have won once and shared the spoils twice against Pyramids FC in their last three meetings. The reverse leg ended in a share of the spoils as Pyramids FC returned from a goal down. For teams that score lots of goals, the first leg was a poor display from both teams, with five shots in total from the two sides. 

📉 Pyramids FC vs Mamelodi Sundowns Betting Trend

• Pyramids are unbeaten across their last four matches in all competitions. You can try out the home win for 2.25, which is available on the bet365 bookmark website.
• Mamelodi Sundowns have scored first in seven consecutive matches. You can try your luck with away score first, which is available for 1.97 on the Betway bookmaker website.
• Mamelodi Sundowns FC have been winning at the break in six of their last seven games. You can try your luck with an away halftime win for 4.25 on the 1xbet bookmaker website.
• Pyramids FC have failed to keep a clean sheet in six of their last seven games. You can try out a BTTS for 2.05, which will be available on the Betway bookmaker website.
• The Brazilians have failed to find the back of the net in the away leg of a Champions League final, conceding five goals across the two previous second legs. The first leg of this final marked the second time they led at home and failed to win, as also happened in 2001.
• Fiston Mayele is the highest goal scorer in the competition, with six goals so far.

🎯 Pyramids FC vs Mamelodi Sundowns Match Prediction

The reverse leg didn’t live up to expectations, with both teams being cautious of being on the losing end. Mamelodi Sundowns opened the scoreline after the break through Lucas Ribeiro, but the guests found their way into the game with almost the last kick to pick up a point.

This is the best club tournament in the continent and Pyramids FC's first appearance in the finals. The hosts have been firing on all Cylinders this campaign, both in their local league and the CAF Champions League. They are one of the most sophisticated teams in Africa, and they’ll give an experienced Mamelodi Sundowns a run for their money on Sunday.

Mamelodi Sundowns have not been themselves this season, and coach Cardoso has actually yet to utilize the players effectively. He has never been an attacking tactician, and he’ll never be. 

Pyramids made some mistakes in the reverse log, and hopefully, they won’t this time, as Mamelodi Sundowns are capable of pulling a surprise stunt on them. The Egyptian-based team are yet to win any major trophies in their history, and this is a lifetime opportunity for them, and since they secured a point in South Africa, there is no better time than now. 

Anything can happen in this game, but I’m confident the hosts will at least score more than a goal, while Mamelodi Sundowns will find the back of the net. Mamelodi Sundowns used to be my favourite team, but not anymore since they changed coaches. They are beatable but still extremely dangerous, and after knocking out the defending champions, this game is an open encounter. Mostafa Faty will boost the hosts' attack after missing the reverse leg, while Fiston Mayele will give Mamelodi Sundowns' defence some tough time. For the Brazilians, Lucas Ribeiro is their most effective player, while Peter Shalulile possesses some venom as well; overall, I expect an exciting game of football on Sunday. 

My prediction for this match is that Pyramids FC will win or draw and score more than once, with a coefficient of 1.92 on the 1xbet bookmaker.

My betting tip for the game is BTTS for a coefficient of 2.05 on the Betway bookmaker.

My final tip on this game is a total of over 2.5 goals to surface here for a coefficient of 2.45 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Good luck!