Polokwane City vs Durban City FC: Prediction for the Match on August 26, 2025

Polokwane City vs Durban City: Prediction and odds on the Match on 26 August 2025

Polokwane City will hope to end Durban City's unbeaten run at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Tuesday. The guests who are yet to taste defeat since promotion will do everything in their power to maintain their decent form in the Betway Premiership. 

Polokwane City FC: form and statistics

The Orange Boys, who have been struggling with consistency in the league, recorded their first win of the season against Siwelele FC on Matchday 2. Polokwane City, who had previously drawn Magesi FC at home and suffered a defeat against Kaizer Chiefs, knew something must change for them to end this terrible run. After a decent start in the game, Keorapetese Sebone opened the scoreboard eighteen minutes after play. They led at the break and also created more chances. The second half pretty much ended in a stalemate as neither team were threatening enough. 

Polokwane City have managed just a win across their last ten league games, and it’s so bad for a side that were unbeaten in the nine Betway Premiership at some point. 

The Orange Boys have picked up four points from a combined nine, scoring once and conceding a goal. 

Polokwane City have shown grit and determination on their home turf this season, but are yet to record a win in the last four matches. 

Polokwane City Lineup

Coach Phuti Johnson Mohafe has not been consistent with his selection of his team, but some players will keep their spot regardless. 

Polokwane City Potential Starting Eleven (4-1-4-1)

Brain John Bwire—Manthosi, Mvendela, Motsa, Lebohang Nkaki—Manuel Kambala—Ndamulelo Maphangule, Simon Rabadu, Tshabalala, Letshedi—Hlayisi Chauke Dlamini

Head Coach: Phuti Johnson Mohafe

Durban City FC: form and statistics

Gavin Hunt’s men continued their unbeaten run to the season as they were held to a share of the spoils on their ground. After recording two successive victories, Durban City were unable to unlock Golden Arrows' defence in front of their home supporters. Durban City kicked off the game in great spirits and opened the scoreline when Karela put the ball in his own net after ten minutes of play. As expected, Durban City had the larger share of the possession; unfortunately, they conceded just before the break. They pressed their guests so hard and wanted the win more, but all to no avail. They settled for a (1-1) disappointing result on their ground against Golden Arrows. 

Durban City have picked up seven points from their last three games, scoring four while conceding once. The hosts currently occupy the fourth spot on the log, two points above the league leaders. 

Gavin Hunt’s men have been solid on the road this campaign, and we expect another strong performance from them against their guests. 

Durban City Lineup

Lwamba started ahead of Kamatuka a few days ago, but it seems the aforementioned will lead the line this time. Gavin Hunt has one of the best forwards in the league, and will have to make the right decision in rotating his squad. 

Durban City Potential Starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Keet—Mkhize, Kock, Ncanana, Maphathe—Jodwana, Poggenpoel—Domingo, Mokwena, Maseko—Lwamba

Head coach: Gavin Hunt

Polokwane City vs Durban City FC: head to head statistics

Both teams are yet to face off in any competitive competition, and both teams might just settle for a share of the spoils later tomorrow. 

Polokwane City vs Durban City FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• Durban City have scored first in six of their last seven matches in all competitions. For Durban City to score first, it might surface here for 1.90 on the 1xbet bookmaker website.
• Polokwane City have managed just a win across their last nine Betway Premiership games. You can bet on a home win in either half, and this option is available on the 1xbet bookmaker website for 1.75.
• Durban City's last ten games have produced fewer than four cards.. Try your luck with under 4.5 cards, available for 1.74 on the Betway bookmaker website.
• Durban City are unbeaten in their previous seven games in all competitions. You can try your luck with Durban City to secure the maximum points available on the Betway bookmaker for 2.22.

Polokwane City vs Durban City match prediction 26 August 2025

Polokwane City secured their first-ever Betway Premiership win against Siwelele FC on the road, ending their run of ten consecutive matches without a breakthrough. They deserved the victory, and I think they pose a bigger threat on their home ground.

Meanwhile, Durban City were fantastic once again and deserved to amass all the points in their most recent game. 

Polokwane City have struggled to convert their chances this campaign, with one goal from nine (9) shots on target. On the other hand, Durban have scored in each of their previous three Betway Premiership matches since promotion. It will be interesting to see how Polokwane City shut out the guests in this evenly contested game. 

The hosts are still trying to find their rhythm, while the guests will be keen to extend their unbeaten run in the South African Premier League. The ideal result here is a stalemate, but I expect both teams to get a goal apiece. 

My Prediction for this game is Durban City FC to win or draw and score more than once, with a coefficient of 3.15 on the 1xbet bookmaker.

My betting tip for this match is BTTS with a coefficient of 2.22 on the Betway bookmaker. 

My final betting tip for the match is a halftime stalemate for a coefficient of 1.93 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Good luck!