Golden Arrows vs Orlando Pirates Prediction: The Buccaneers will be too strong for the hosts to handle

Golden Arrows vs Orlando Pirates: Prediction and odds on the Match on 06 May 2025

Golden Arrows will square off against Orlando Pirates at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Tuesday. The hosts, who have managed just one win in their last six Betway Premiership games, have decided to play this game on a neutral ground tomorrow. 

The Green and Gold team have a stern test ahead of their clash, as they have little or no time to prepare for this clash, after their heavy defeat three days ago. For the guests, a win in this fixture is of high significance, as they hope to close the gap on the league leaders. 

Golden Arrows: form and statistics

Last five games: WDDLL

The Green and Gold’s form have declined in recent games, as they head here with another loss on their ground. Golden Arrows, who had previously suffered a shocking home loss against Amazulu, conceded three times on their ground to Stellenbosch. After an impressive start to the game, where they were totally in control, Manqoba Mngqithi’s men let in the first goal with just fourteen minutes on the pitch. Their attempts to get a leveller were not successful, and after the break, they conceded two more, bowing to a (0-3) loss at home.  

Golden Arrows have now gone four matches without a breakthrough, marching here with back-to-back defeats on their ground against Amazulu FC and Stellenbosch. 

Golden Arrows have picked up twenty-nine points from a combined seventy-two, scoring eighteen and conceding twenty-five. 

The Green and Gold have won three, lost six, and drawn three on their home turf this campaign.

Golden Arrows Lineup

The Green and Gold have sacked two longtime players, Knox Mutizwa and Thabani Zuke. Their contribution will be felt against a highly ranked opponent tomorrow. With Brandon Junior still not in contention after his injury against Amazulu, we expect Thabo Matlaba to continue in his absence. 

Since the arrival of former Mamelodi Sundowns coach, Golden Arrows have operated in a (4-2-3-1) formation, giving them the license to quickly transition from defence to attack. However, it hasn’t been a smooth sail for them, considering the level of their opponents in recent games. 

Golden Arrows Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Edward Maova—Thabo Matlaba, John Mwangeni, Gladwin Shitolo, Sbonelo Cele—Nqobeko Dlamini, Velemseni Ndwandwe—Nduduzo Sibiya, Savi Gumbi, Siyanda Mthanti—Kagiso Malinga 

Out: Brandon Junior Theron

Head Coach: Manqoba Mngqithi

Orlando Pirates: form and statistics

Last five games: DWWLW

The Buccaneers are back on their feet following their shocking home loss against Sekhukhune United. Orlando Pirates, who can’t afford to lose back-to-back games at this crucial moment, conceded two minutes into their Derby game against Kaizer Chiefs. As top teams will always do, the Buccaneers responded minutes later through Evidence Makgopa’s goal. The stalemate gave them the license that they could stage a comeback against their Soweto rivals, and in the 69th minute, the inform winger Relebohile Mofokeng gave his side a deserved (1-2) lead. It wasn’t a perfect performance, but Orlando Pirates registered back-to-back wins against their arch rival. 

It was a fantastic improvement from the (0-1) loss against Sekhukhune United, and despite being sixteen points behind the league leaders, Orlando Pirates still stand a chance in the title race. 

Orlando Pirates are presently second on the log, with points below the league leaders, although they have played three fewer games than their fellow rivals. They have picked up forty-nine points from a combined sixty-six, scoring thirty-four and conceding sixteen.

The Buccaneers have lost three, won seven, and drawn once on the road this season. 

Orlando Pirates Line Up

The Buccaneers will have to tweak their lineup in this particular encounter, having already played nine times since last month. Their defeat against Sekhukhune United was due to their tired legs. There are no new injury reports from Orlando Pirates’ camp, and Jose Riveiro will have a similar squad to the one that won against Kaizer Chiefs. 

Orlando Pirates Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Chaine Sipho—Deano Van Rooyen, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Deon Hotto—Makhelebe Makhaula, Thalente Mbatha—Mohau Nkota, Patrick Maswanganyi, Relebohile Mofokeng—Tshegofatso Mabasa

Out: Monyane, Olisah Ndah, Thabiso Lebito, Thabiso Sesane, Zakhele Lepasa

Head coach: Jose Riveiro

Golden Arrows vs Orlando Pirates: head to head statistics

• Orlando Pirates have won four, while Golden Arrows have recorded a win and five games ended in a tie across their last ten matches.
• Six of their last eight meetings have produced a total of under 2.5 goals.
• Golden Arrows have a terrible home record against Orlando Pirates, with one victory since 2017.
• Orlando Pirates have won four consecutive meetings against Golden Arrows.
• The last time both teams met, Orlando Pirates found the back of the net seven times.
• The Buccaneers have scored fourteen times in their last four meetings against Golden Arrows.

Golden Arrows vs Orlando Pirates: Betting Tips & Odds

• Orlando Pirates have won three of their last four away games in the Betway Premiership. The Buccaneers are to secure the maximum points, 1.58 has been allocated to them, which is available on the Bet365 bookmaker website.
• Six of the last Orlando Pirates' eight Betway Premiership games have ended with a total of under two goals. A total of under 2.5 goals might surface here, and this option is available for 1.65 on the Bet365 bookmaker website.
• Golden Arrows have kept just one clean sheet across their last six home games. For Orlando Pirates to score here, a 1.43 has been allocated to them by the 1xbet bookmaker.

Golden Arrows vs Orlando Pirates match prediction 06 May 2025

Golden Arrows will play this game outside their stadium, and things could go horribly wrong for them tomorrow. They have been below par in recent games and stand no chance against the Buccaneers. On the other hand, Orlando Pirates still feel they stand a chance in challenging Mamelodi Sundowns for the Betway Premiership title, despite the sixteen-point difference. They’ll keep fighting until the last game, and we expect them to put up another fantastic display against their opponent tomorrow.

The last four meetings have produced fourteen goals, with Orlando Pirates enjoying four consecutive victories. Orlando Pirates will have the luxury to play on a neutral ground, and I expect them to exert dominance over Golden Arrows tomorrow. 

Our match prediction is for Orlando Pirates to win and score more than a goal for a coefficient of 2.04 on the Betway bookmaker. 

Our betting tip on this match is for Orlando Pirates to secure the maximum points before the break for a coefficient of 2.08 on the 1xbet bookmaker.

Our final betting tip on this game is for Orlando Pirates to score before the break for a coefficient of 1.70 on the Bet365 bookmaker. 

Good luck!