Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns Prediction: The visitors will be too tough for the home side to handle

The Brazilians will be hopeful of nine consecutive wins for the first time in their history when they square off against the in-form Richards Bay side on Friday. The home side have lost twice this season against Supersport and Kaizer Chiefs. Will they lose to another strong opponent in Mamelodi Sundowns?

Richards Bay (3rd)

Last five games: DDWDW

Natal Rich Boys have been incredible so far this season, with seven wins, five draws and two losses. Their biggest strength lies in their defence, with six goals conceded (the second in the league). Before the break, Richards Bay bowed to a (3-3) stalemate against Chippa United. They deserved more than a point despite being two goals up at halftime.

Richards Bay returned to winning ways as they defeated Moroka Swallows. An early goal from Wilson Mabua helped secure their seventh win of the season.

Richards Bay have won three, drawn three times and lost once in the last seven home matches.

Mamelodi Sundowns (1st)

Last five games: WWWWW

The Brazilians might be cruising to another title win this season, leading second-placed Supersport with seven points. Mamelodi Sundowns are on course for nine consecutive wins for the first time if they secure all the points here. The Brazilians have gone 540 minutes without conceding and have the best defence in the division. More recently, they broke down Moroka Swallows's defence as they scored two quick goals to amass all the points.

Mamelodi Sundowns have won four, drawn once and lost once in the last six away games.

Expert Betting Tips

Both sides have only met once, and it was the visitors who won (0-4). Mamelodi Sundowns look formidable, playing free-flowing football. They have the best attacks in the division and are capable of causing havoc on any opponent. We are trusting them with a win here for 1.60.

The visitors have conceded a goal in the last six games; bet on both sides no GG for 1.67.

The newly promoted side have lost twice this season against experienced sides. The Brazilians might even get a halftime win here for 2.10.

Good luck!