Polokwane City vs Supersport United prediction: A low-scoring encounter to go in favour of the visiting team

Polokwane City vs Supersport United: Prediction and Odds on the Match on 26 April 2025

The 15,000-stadium capacity of Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane will host the 27th round of the South Africa Premier League. This fixture is between Polokwane City and Supersport United. Supersport United are currently in the relegation zone, while Polokwane City is currently in 6th place. At Telecomasia, we look at the match preview and offer free betting opportunities.

Polokwane City: Form and Statistics

Polokwane City are coming into this fixture after back-to-back losses and are currently in 6th place in the standings. In their last five matches, they have managed only one win. Their most recent match was against Sekhukhune United, which ended in a 2-0 loss. Goals from Rammala N and Cardoso D in both halves inflicted the defeat. Before that, they faced Orlando Pirates in a tight contest until Sibisi N scored in the 67th minute, leading to another loss for Polokwane City. Their latest win came against Richards Bay on the last day of March. It began when Polokwane City`s Appollis Oswin delivered a cross that Nkaki Lebohang converted into a goal, giving the home side an early lead. Six minutes into the second half, Figuareido Justice equalized the score to 1 - 1. The home side responded quickly, with a long cross from Nkaki to Ramabu Mokibelo, which allowed Polokwane City to regain their early lead. Nkaki Lebohang solidified the win with a penalty kick in the 71st minute, finalizing the score at 3-1. In the league's round 23 fixture, they faced Chippa United in a loss that ended 2-0. Other recorded losses were to Richards Bay (2-0), Stellenbosch (2-0), Magesi (2-0), and Golden Arrows (0-1).

Polokwane City: Team News and Possible Lineup

The defensive line of four players for Polokwane City is key to their journey of success. Baloyi Francious and Nkaki Lebohang are the core players protecting Goalkeeper Bwire Brain. They are also instrumental in transitioning play, as Nkaki excels at crosses and headers from corner kicks. Ramabu Mokibelo is another worthy mention on the right attacking wing. 

🔖 Expected lineup ( 4-2-3-1):

Bwire Brain (G), Makhubela Sihle, Baloyi Francious, Ndlovu Langelihle, Nkaki Lebohang, Kambala Manuel, Maphangule Ndamulelo, Ramabu Mokibelo, Raphadu Nyakala, Appollis Oswin, Dlamini Bonginkosi

⛔️ Unavailable: Thabang Matuludi

👤 Head Coach: Mohafe Phuti

Supersport United: Form and Statistics

Supersport United come into this fixture following back-to-back draws and currently sit 15th in the standings. In their last five matches, they have recorded three draws and two losses. Their most recent match ended in a 1-1 draw away against Marumo Gallants. Grobler Bradley gave the away side an early lead in the first half before Marumo Gallants' Mathiane Trevor responded in the 61st minute. Prior to this match, they had a 0-0 draw against Cape Town City. Supersport United lost in the quarter-finals of the Nedbank Cup, where they faced Orlando Pirates. The first half was led by Orlando Pirates, whose two players, Mbokazi Mbekizile and Makgopa Evidence, found the scoresheet, despite Dzvukamanja Terrance's response in the 43rd minute. However, in the second half, Supersport United bounced back, as Moralo Gape scored a late equaliser to make it 2-2 in the 90+2 minutes, following an assist from Maboe Lebohang. The match went to penalties, but Saile C and Pule Maliele missed their shots, granting victory to Orlando Pirates. Their other losses included Sekhukhune United (0-3), Polokwane (0-1), Amazulu (2-1), Mamelodi Sundowns (0-3), and Marumo Gallants (0-1). 

Supersport United: Team News and Possible Lineup

With no wins in the last six matches, the coach will be looking to change the strategy against the struggling side in recent times, like theirs. Grobler Bradley is a major key player in whatever plans will be used in this match. He is one of their highest goal scorers and will be entrusted with finding the back of the net. Bradley can also double as the left attacking side position. Within the four-line defense, Mobbie Nyiko will be the leader from the ring wing. 

🔖 Expected lineup ( 4-2-3-1):

Goss Ricardo (G), Mobbie Nyiko, Okon Ime, Hlatshwayo Thulani (C), Lakay Lyle, Moralo Gape, Ndlovu Siphesihle, Magidigidi Siviwe, Maboe Lebohang, Saile C, Grobler Bradley

👤 Head Coach: Hunt Galvin

Polokwane City vs Supersport United Head-To-Head Statistics

Both sides have faced each other since 2008 and have played 23 times. Polokwane City has won 5 times, Supersport United has won 9 times, and they have drawn 7 times. 

Polokwane City vs Supersport United: Betting Tips & Odds

• Supersport United has recorded 3 draws in the last 5 matches. A double chance for the away team is available on 1xbet bookmark with odds of 1.36.
• In the last seven matches, they have played three matches. A draw for the event is available on 1xbet with odds of 2.85.
• Only two of the seven meetings between Polokwane City and Supersport United have ended in more than two goals. An under 2.5 goals option is available on Betway with odds at 1.38.

Polokwane City vs Supersport United Match Prediction 25 April 2025

In January this year, Polokwane City recorded a 0-1 victory against Supersport United. Appollis Oswin gave them an early lead in the first half, and they maintained it until the final whistle. The last three matches have been under 2.5 rounds. Both sides are struggling, so we expect a low-scoring format. 

Our match prediction: is both teams (no) option. This is available on the 1xbet bookmaker website for odds of 1.62.

Our betting tip: is a of 0-1 correct score. This option is provided on the Betway bookmaker website for odds of 5.50.

The last match prediction: is Supersport United to win. This option is provided on the Bet365 bookmaker website for odds of 2.59