Richards Bay vs Amazulu FC Prediction: The home side won’t disappoint here

Richards Bay will take advantage of Supersport dip in form to maintain their stance in the second spot when they host Amazulu at the Umhlathuze Sports Stadium on Sunday. Can the visitors win here?

Richards Bay (2nd)

Last five games: DWLWD

The home team head here following their (1-1) stalemate against rival Supersport. The game, which ended in a toothless draw at halftime, came alive as both sides got a goal each to maintain their spot on the log.

Richards Bay have lost three times this season, and we’re against top sides.

Natal Rich Boys have been incredible so far this season, with eight wins, six draws and three losses. Their biggest strength lies in their defence, with nine goals conceded (the second in the league). Richards Bay have won three, drawn three and lost two in the last eight home matches.

Amazulu FC (8th)

Last five games: DDWDL

Romain Folz's side have managed two wins in the last eight games, picking up twenty-two points from a possible fifty-one this season. Amazulu surrendered to another stalemate at home against Marumo Gallants. They were lucky to have secured a point in front of their own fans after the visitors failed to score their penalty. Amazulu FC hardly scores but are conservative at the back, as they have not lost with more than a goal difference in a long time.

Amazulu FC have won once, lost two and drawn five in the last eight away games.

Expert Betting Tips

Both sides only met once this season, which ended in a slim (0-1) win for Richards Bay on the road. To be on the safe side, bet on a home win or draw and under 2.5 goals for 2.50.

It’s great Richards Bay will play after Supersport, they can go four points above their closest rival, and we are confident they won’t lose here; bet on home win for 2.14.

We expect a total of under 2.5 goals here for 1.65.

Good luck!