Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates – Expert Betting Preview & Match Predictions

Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates: Prediction and odds on the Match on 03 May 2025

Prediction for the South Africa Premier League on the third of May 2025. This fixture will pit Kaizer Chiefs against the Orlando Pirates in round 28 contest at First National Bank Stadium. The previous time out, the two teams suffered a defeat and will hope for a positive result here. Will there be a winner in this encounter? Below, I will preview this game and offer the best betting opportunities. 

🏠 Kaizer Chiefs: Form and Statistics

Kaizer Chiefs played Marumo Gallants during the week and they ended on the losing end. In that encounter, this team gave up an early lead from Makabi Lilepo, handing them their third defeat in six matches. However, this team defeated league-leading Mamelodi Sundowns in the semifinal of the NEDBANK Cup, being their only win in seven consecutive matches. 

Ahead of this game, Kaizer Chiefs' last win in the league was early March, ending 1-0 against Magesi. With 30 points, Kaizer Chiefs are seated 9th in the standings, scoring 23 goals with 29 conceded in 30 matches. 

📝 Kaizer Chiefs Lineup

There are few concerns for Kaizer Chiefs but Wandile Duba will be serving a one-game ban, which will see him miss this game. 

Kaizer Chiefs Expected Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Bvuma, Solomons, Msimane, Kwinika, Cross, Maart, Seleo, Lilepo, Shabalala, Duba, Du Preez

⛔️Unavailable: Wandile Duba (suspension)

👤 Head Coach: Nasreddine Nabi

✈️ Orlando Pirates: Form and Statistics

Orlando Pirates now have their fate in their hands, and what could have been a promising season is now looking like a wasted effort. Last weekend against Pyramids, this team took the lead two different times but ended on the losing end, missing out on the CAF Champions League cup final. However, their most recent league game saw Orlando Pirates lose to Sekhukhune United. In that encounter, Tresor Yamba’s goal was the difference. While they are seated in second place with 12 points adrift of first-placed Mamelodi Sundowns, this team has two games in hand, and a win here could see them close the gap. 

📝 Orlando Pirates Lineup

Jose Riveiro will have to make some changes to his side that lost to Sekhukhune United during the week. In defence, Nkosinathi Sibisi will be out of selection after receiving two yellow cards in their last game. However, Tapelo Xoki potentially should be the best option to fill his gap. Tshegofatso Mabasa could be back to lead the attack, while Evidence Makgopa should replace Bandile Shandu in the left-back position. 

Orlando Pirates Expected Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Chaine, Van Rooyen, Sibisi, Mbokazi, Hotto, Mbatha, Makhaula, Nkota, Maswanganyi, Mofokeng, Mabasa

⛔️Unavailable: Nkosinathi Sibisi (suspension)

👤 Head Coach: José Riveiro

🤝 Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates Head-to-Head

Kaizer Chiefs have 20 wins from 56 Soweto derby games in the league. Orlando Pirates were victorious 12 times while 24 games ended in stalemates.

Since 2023, this fixture has not been in favour of Kaizer Chiefs despite a dominant run in 2021-2022. In their most recent three fixtures, Orlando Pirates won all. The most recent was in Johannesburg, which ended 1-0, thanks to a last-minute Patrick Maswanganyi goal from the spot. 

In the meantime, we have witnessed fewer goals in this fixture. In seven consecutive meetings, we witnessed more than two goals only once. However, the most common outcome in this fixture is 1-0. 

📉 Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates Betting Trend

• Orlando Pirates have not lost in any of the last four meetings of this fixture. In fact, the visiting team has won three straight matches against Kaizer Chiefs heading into this game. This option is available on Betway with odds at 2.25.
• Kaizer Chiefs' last win at the First National Bank Stadium was in early March. However, they have lost one in their last four games in the process. While they are underdogs at home, a win or draw option is available at 1.61 on the Bet365 bookmaker.
• Orlando Pirates have only failed to win in any of their last six league matches. A win in either half is available on 1Xbet with odds at 1.69 if you consider playing it safe.
• In the last four meetings between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, the under option happened three times at the end of regular time. Under 2.5 goals option is available on 1Xbet with odds at 1.52.

🎯 Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates Match Prediction

This is a game where teams have to respond to their recent defeat and they cannot afford to lose. While Orlando Pirates' chances of winning the league now demand them to win each contest, I expect the visiting team to come into this game with more hunger. Yet, having now failed to win in any of their last home matches, Kaizer Chiefs cannot be written off here as they will be hungry for success in this encounter. 

However, the better team still remains Orlando Pirates and being at home should not stop them from taking maximum points. Also, while the two teams should put more focus on defensive play, a bet on few goals is another option to consider. 

Our match prediction: is a win for Orlando Pirates in at least one half with odds at 1.69 on the 1Xbet bookmaker. 

Our betting tip: is both teams to score (no) with odds at 1.66 on the Bet365 bookmaker. 

Our final betting tip: is a win for Orlando Pirates with odds at 2.25 on the Betway bookmaker.