Maritzburg United vs Golden Arrows Prediction: The KZN Derby to end in a draw

Following their humiliating (0-5) defeat against Champions Mamelodi Sundowns, Maritzburg United will square off against Golden Arrows at the Harry Gwala Stadium on Friday. Will the home side put smiles on the faces of their fans?

Maritzburg United (14th)

Last five matches: LLDDL

After a bad day at the face against the Brazilians, Maritzburg must adjust quickly when they host Golden Arrows tomorrow. A game that kicked off with the hope of at least securing a point turned out to be one of their heaviest defeats. Three goals before halftime and two goals in the second half were enough to hand over all the points to the visitors.

Nothing extraordinary about them, as they have been playing below par. The Blue Army have managed just two wins in the last twelve games, scoring six times while conceding seventeen. Maritzburg have won twice, drawn two and lost two in the previous six home games.

Golden Arrows (11th)

Last five games: WDDLL

Golden Arrows suffered another setback on the road as they were defeated by Royal Amazulu on matchday 12. Golden Arrows have gone four games without a win, scoring three times while conceding seven. With thirteen points from a possible thirty-six, Golden Arrows sit in 11th on the log, three points above the relegation zone.

Golden Arrows have won once, drawn one and lost three times away from home this season.

Expert Betting Tips

Golden Arrows have had the largest share of wins in this KZN Derby with nine victories, while Maritzburg have recorded six triumphs with five games ending in a draw.

Both sides continue to perform below par, with no win in four games for both sides. It’s most likely going to be another stalemate here but this time with goals at both ends: bet on BTTS for 2.20.

We expect both sides to settle for a draw at halftime for 1.95.

Golden Arrows won both legs last season, but they are in a difficult situation now. They might take advantage of the home side's weakness and get all the points here: bet on an away win or draw and over 1.5 goals for 2.10.

Good luck!