Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC Prediction: Orlando Pirates set to record another home victory

Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC: Prediction for the Match on December 2, 2025

The Buccaneers made it to the semi-finals with a 1-0 win over Magesi FC at Orlando Stadium last week. On Wednesday, they beat Golden Arrows 3-1 in Durban. Richards Bay has been dominant. They crushed Chippa United 4-1 in the round of 16 and then beat Durban City 3-1. Richards Bay drew 1-1 with Sekhukhune United in the league on Tuesday.

Orlando Pirates: Form and Statistics

Orlando Pirates finished the first half of the DStv Diski Challenge on a high with a 4-0 win over Magesi FC on Saturday. Seth Green scored twice, continuing his strong form. Lyle Chatburn and Thandolwethu Ngwenya also found the net. The Pirates ended the first half of the season at the top of the table, aiming for their first Diski title. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou addressed the decision to bench Oswin Appollis during Tuesday's 2-0 win over Chippa United. Pirates secured their eighth league win from 11 matches at Orlando Stadium. The first half was tight, with Chippa holding firm. In the second half, Ouaddou's side stepped up. Appollis and Evidence Makgogoa each scored, sealing the win in the final home game of the year. Ouaddou has improved Pirates' performance compared to his predecessor, Jose Riveiro. Riveiro’s team earned 19 points from 14 league matches before December 2022, a 45% return. Despite this, the Bucs finished second and won the MTN8 and Nedbank Cup. Pirates will stay top if Mamelodi Sundowns don’t win their next match and Kaizer Chiefs don’t improve their goal difference by more than six goals in their remaining games.

Orlando Pirates News and Lineup

Mbekezeli Mbokazi has made 19 appearances for Orlando Pirates this season, scoring one goal and providing one assist. His strong performances earned him a nomination for the 2025 CAF Young Player of the Year. Though he didn’t make the final shortlist, the recognition shows his rising reputation. On Monday, Mbokazi was named to the 25-player squad for the Africa Cup of Nations in December. At just 20, his talent has already attracted attention, with reports suggesting an MLS club is ready to offer R51 million for him. His achievements so far hint at even bigger things to come.

🔖 Orlando Pirates Expected Lineup

Orlando Pirates: Chaine, Sibisi, Mbokazi, Van Rooyen, Ndaba, Mbatha, Nemtajela, Mbule, Appollis, Moremi, Mbuthuma

Substitutes: Buthelezi, Dansin, Mofokeng, Lebitso, Seema, Kwayiba, Maswanganyi, Makgopa, Hotto

Richards Bay FC: Form and Statistics

AmaZulu FC missed the chance to move up to third in the Betway Premiership with a 2-0 loss to Richards Bay FC on Friday night. Coach Arthur Zwane made one change from last week’s win over Siwelele, replacing Elmo Kambindu with Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya upfront. Richards Bay took the lead after 15 minutes. Mthembu scored from close range after goalkeeper Darren Johnson parried Gabadinho Mhango's free-kick back into the box. AmaZulu almost equalized in the 22nd minute. Taariq Fielies made a strong run and found Athini Maqokolo, but Maqokolo missed the target from close range. Richards Bay lost Mhango to injury midway through the first half, and Lundi Mahala replaced him. AmaZulu struggled to create chances as Richards Bay controlled the midfield and defense. In the second half, AmaZulu pushed harder for a goal. They came close five minutes in, but Richards Bay goalkeeper Richard Otieno made a key save to deny Maqokolo in a one-on-one.

Richards Bay FC Team News and Lineup

Mabuya has been a key player for Richards Bay, appearing in nine matches this season, including last weekend's 1-0 loss to Pirates in the Carling Knockout. His composure, tactical awareness, and ability to read the game have made him one of the most sought-after defenders outside of the ‘big three’.

🔖 Richards Bay FC Expected Lineup

Otieno, Mabuya, Mntungwa, Zulu, Zuke, Mthethwa, Ngema, Mhango, Zikhali, Mutizwa.

Subs: Magoola, Vilakazi, Nomvete, Mangolo, Nzimande, Thikazi, Nombengula, Mahala, Mbambo

Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC: Head-to-Head statistics

In recent matches between Orlando Pirates and Richards Bay has seen 3 draws. A total of 10 goals were scored, averaging 1.11 goals per match. Orlando Pirates won 2 matches, while Richards Bay won 5. Orlando Pirates scored 2 goals, and Richards Bay scored 8.

Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• In their recent games, Orlando Pirates have shown strong results. They win 80% of the time, draw 10%, and lose 10%. They have won 50% of matches with over 1.5 goals and lost 10% when conceding more than 1.5 goals.
• On average, they score 2 goals and concede 1 goal per game. They keep a clean sheet in 60% of games and score in 90% of matches.
• Richards Bay has had mixed results. They win 40% of the time, draw 30%, and lose 30%. They’ve won 30% of matches with over 1.5 goals and lost 20% while conceding more than 1.5 goals.
• Richards Bay averages 1 goal scored and 1 goal conceded per game. They keep a clean sheet in 30% of games and score in 80% of matches. They scored in both halves in 20% of games, and both teams scored in 60% of their matches.

Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC match prediction, 2nd December, 2025

Orlando Pirates leads the PSL with a squad mostly made up of local players, except for Deon Hotto. They have found success with this approach. In the past, we also thrived with a local coach who focused on developing local talent.

Our match prediction is -1.5 Handicap Orlando Pirates with odds at 2.17 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our betting tip is W1 1st Half Time result with odds at 1.83 on the Betway bookmaker.

Our last match prediction is Under 2.5 total goals with odds at 1.62 on 1Xbet bookmaker.