Richards Bay FC vs Golden Arrows Prediction: KZN Derby will produce a winner

Richards Bay FC vs Golden Arrows: Prediction and odds on the Match on 17 May 2025

The Natal Rich Boys will hope to maintain their unbeaten home run when they face off against Golden Arrows at the King Goodwill Zwelethini Stadium on Saturday.

Richards Bay are six points above the relegation playoff spot, and after going through a difficult patch to survive relegation last season, they must avoid a defeat here to stand a chance of playing in the Apex league next season. On the contrary, Golden Arrows, who have lost four consecutive matches, might not survive the cut if they succumb to another loss on Saturday.

Richards Bays: form and statistics

Last five games: LLWLW

Papi Zothwane’s men have been below par on the road lately, but have been pretty solid on their home ground. After their (3-0) loss against Mamelodi Sundowns, Richards Bay stunned TS Galaxy away from home. Richards Bay were the second-best team in that particular encounter, managing just (30%) of the ball. After a quiet halftime performance, the second section kicked off with Richard Bay’s Lindokuhle Zikhali finding the back of the net. Three minutes later, the twenty-year-old was shown the second yellow card, but Richard Bays held on to their lead to half the run of four consecutive losses on the road. 

Richards Bay have secured six points from their last five matches, scoring three and conceding seven. 

The Natal Rich Boys will not fight to remain in the Betway Premiership if they maintain their home momentum in the league. The Natal Rich Boys have picked up twenty-nine points in a combined seventy-eight, scoring seventeen and conceding twenty-six. 

Richards Bay have won six, drawn three, and lost four on their ground this season. 

Richards Bay Lineup

The Nathal Rich Boys will have to do without Lindokuhle Zikhali, who was shown the second caution against TS Galaxy on the road. Just like they always do, the hosts will rely heavily on their quick counterattacks while being compact at the back. Whatever Richards Bay plans to do, striker Yanela Mbuthuma must be involved, as his four goals have led to their optimism about remaining in the division this campaign. 

Richards Bay Potential Starting Lineup (4-1-4-1)

Otieno—Ndaba, Mabua, Allan, Mabuya —Tiakusani Mththma—Thulani Gumede, Wandile Ngena, Moses Mthembu, Siboniso Conco—Yanela Mbuthuma

Out: Lindokuhle Zikhali (suspended)

Head Coach: Papi Zothwane

Golden Arrows: form and statistics

Last five games: DLLLL

Since the arrival of coach Manqoba Mngqithi, Golden Arrows have managed two wins in the Betway Premiership. However, his appointment hasn’t brought the real change that the management requires. The Yellow and Greenside are presently three points ahead of the danger zone, although they have a game to spare. 

Gold Arrows head here with a humiliating display against Orlando Pirates a few days ago, conceding three unanswered goals. Golden Arrows had the ball to their advantage, unfortunately, they couldn’t penetrate the opposition’s box as they fired five shots without any on target. They let in a goal at halftime, while Sahandu and Dlamini scored a goal apiece in the second half for Orlando Pirates.

Things haven’t been going their way lately, with four losses and two stalemates. 

Manqoba Mngqithi’s men have picked up twenty-six points from a combined seventy-five, scoring sixteen (16) and conceding twenty-nine (29). 

Golden Arrows have won three, lost six, and drawn three on the road this campaign.

Golden Arrows Lineup

Since the arrival of former Mamelodi Sundowns coach, Golden Arrows have operated in a (4-3-2) formation, giving them the license to quickly transition from defense to attack. However, it hasn’t been a smooth sail for them, considering the level of their opponents in recent games. 

Golden Arrows Potential Starting Lineup (4-3-3)

Ismail Watenga—Theron, Kobedi, Ayanda Jiyane, Sbonelo Cele—Thabani Zuke, Velemseni Ndwandwe, Ayubulela Maxwele—Sibiya, Siyanda Mthanti—Knox Mutizwa

Head Coach: Manqoba Mngqithi

Richards Bay FC vs Golden Arrows: head to head statistics

• Richards Bay have won twice while Richards Bay have recorded three wins across their last five meetings.
• A winner has emerged in their last five meetings across all competitions.
• Golden Arrows have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last three meetings against Richards Bay.

Richards Bay FC vs Golden Arrows: Betting Tips & Odds

• Five of Richards Bay's last seven matches have produced fewer than two goals. You can try out a total of under 2.5 goals for 1.40 on the Betway bookmaker website.
• Richards Bay have won five of their last six home games in the Betway Premiership. You can bet on a home win, available on 1xbet for 2.24.
• Golden Arrows have failed to keep a clean sheet in six consecutive league matches. You can try out a home to score first 1.88 on the Bet365 bookmaker website.

Richards Bay FC vs Golden Arrows match prediction 17 May 2025

Richards Bay pulled off a shocking victory on the road in their last Betway Premiership game. It was an unbelievable performance due to the fact that they played with ten men for almost the second half of the match. Richards Bay have been consistent on their ground lately, and they’ll be keen to maintain such momentum against their guests.

On the contrary, Golden Arrows have lost the plot in recent games, marching here with four losses and two stalemates. They played a few days ago against a solid opponent, and they might be a bit tired traveling for this game. 

Richards Bay are definitely going to be stronger against the guests, and I think they’ll secure the maximum points against Golden Arrows, considering how they’ve played on their home turf. 

Our match prediction is a home win or draw and under 2.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.80 on the Betway bookmaker.

Our betting tip on this match is for Richards Bay to score before the break for a coefficient of 2.25 on the 1xbet bookmaker.

Our final betting tip on this game is for Richards Bay to win at a coefficient of 2.24 on the Bet365 bookmaker. 

Good luck!