Orlando Pirates vs Maritzburg United Prediction: The Buccaneers can’t lose back-to-back home games

Following their setback against Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates need to adjust quickly when they host stubborn Maritzburg at the Orlando Stadium on Friday. The home side will be all out for revenge after the shocking first-leg defeat on the road against Maritzburg.

Orlando Pirates (4th)

Last five games: LWWWL

The Buccaneers ' unbeaten runs ended as champions Mamelodi Sundowns stunned them at home. Before the humbling, Buccaneers secured all the points against Marumo Gallants, scoring twice in both halves.

Orlando Pirates have played with great enthusiasm and determination over their last four matches, bar the game against Mamelodi Sundowns, where they failed to score. The Buccaneers are far off the apex of the log, with twenty-seven points separating them from the league leaders and are in fourth place with the aim of playing in the champions league next season.

Orlando Pirates have won five, lost two and drawn three in the last ten home games.

Maritzburg United (15th)

Last five games: WWWLD

Maritzburg United's three unbeaten games ended as Godspower Ighodaro's goal was enough for Chippa to obtain all the points. After the defeat, they settled for another tie, extending their winless runs to two.

The Blue Army are relishing the reign of coach Fadlu Davids and are three points away from relegation. Maritzburg must win here to stay clear of the relegation zone, which might seem very difficult.

Maritzburg have won two, drawn three and lost four in the last nine away matches.

Expert Betting Tips

Orlando Pirates have won ten while Maritzburg have recorded three wins and seven games ending in a share of the spoils. The Buccaneers can assume the third spot with a win here and reduce Mamelodi's lead at the top of the table. They are full of confidence heading here, and with their excellent record against the visitors, bet on a home win for 1.66.

We expect both sides to score a goal apiece for 2.53.

Bet on a total of over 2.5 goals for 2.43.

Good luck!