Sekhukhune United vs Polokwane City FC Prediction: The home side poses more of a threat than their guests

Sekhukhune United vs Polokwane City FC: Prediction and odds on the Match on 19 April 2025

The Orange Boys have a stern test ahead of their clash against a dangerous Sekhukhune United at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. The home side have been pretty much consistent this season, and they’ll see this game as an avenue to further fight for a top-four finish. On the opposing end, Polokwane City will be desperate to flip the script, having managed one win in their last ten games in all competitions.

The Limpopo Derby have produced a share of the spoils across their last three league meetings, but I’m pretty much convinced a winner will emerge here tomorrow. 

Sekhukhune United: Form and Statistics

Last five games: LLWLW

Babina Noko's team quickly recovered from their disastrous home defeat against Stellenbosch. Sekhukhune United, who had ten men on the pitch for almost fifty minutes, walked off with the maximum points against Cape Town City. Eric Tinkler’s men started the game on high as Samkele Sihlali and Chibuike Ohizu scored a goal apiece to give them a halftime advantage. However, things turned sour when defender Khulekani Shezi was shown a second caution. Sekhukhune United didn’t take long till they conceded as Cape Town City responded once, but after the goal, they tightened up and defended as a unit. This was after their disappointing (1-3) home loss against Stellenbosch on their home ground. 

Sekhukhune United have managed two wins across their last five league games, and this has hindered their progress on the standings. 

The hosts continue to impress under the watch of new coach Eric Tinkler. His side has been in decent form this campaign and seems like a top-four side. They have picked up thirty-seven points from a possible sixty-nine, scoring thirty-one and conceding twenty-seven.

Sekhukhune United have won six, drawn two and lost four at home in this competition. 

Sekhukhune United: Lineup

Since Eric Tinkler's arrival, a lot has changed about the hosts. They now play with more intensity but lack coordination at the back. His tactics are similar to Coach Seema's but not as ruthless as they used to be. 

Sekhukhune United Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Renaldo Leaner—Sikhosonke Langa, Asekho Tiwani, Tresor Yamba Yamba, Daniel Cardoso, Shaune Mogaila—Siphesihle Mkhize, Thabang Monare—Sipho Mbule, Linda Mntambo, Vusumuzi Mncube—Chibuike Ohizu

Head Coach: Eric Tinkler 

Polokwane City: Form and Statistics

Last five games: DLLWL

The Orange Boys are struggling with consistency in the league as they head here with another loss. Polokwane City suffered another setback in their attempt to gain momentum, as they conceded once against to Orlando Pirates. The Orange Boys were not going to win such a game, but they didn’t put much effort, and they deserved to lose by more than just a goal. Before then, they recovered from their terrible run in the league, scoring three times against Richards Bay while conceding once. Polokwane City have managed just a win across their last ten league games, and it’s so bad for a side who were unbeaten in the league at some point. 

Polokwane City have picked up thirty-four points from a combined seventy-two, scoring eighteen and conceding nineteen. 

Polokwane City have shown grit and determination on their home turf this season, but not on the road. 

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 of the tactician. This game will be played with high intensity, and I’m not sure they’ll play defensively since their opponent isn’t a natural top-four side. 

Polokwane City Starting Eleven (4-2-3-1)

Brain John Bwire—Sinhle Makhubela, Francious Baloyi, Lebohang Nkaki, Thabiso Ndlovu—Manuel Kambala, Ndamulelo Maphangule—Simon Rabadu, Nyakala Raphadu, Oswin Appollis—Hlayisi Chauke Dlamini

Head Coach: Phuti Johnson Mohafe

Sekhukhune United vs Polokwane City FC: Head-to-Head statistics

• Both teams have won a game apiece, and three games ending in a tie over their last five meetings.
• Sekhukhune United are unbeaten in their last four consecutive matches against Polokwane City.
• Their last three league games have ended in a share of the spoils.

Sekhukhune United vs Polokwane City FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• In six of their last seven Sekhukhune United matches, more than two goals were scored. You can try a total of over 2.5 goals, the odds are available on Bet365 for 2.75.
• Polokwane City have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last five matches, and I think they’ll concede here. You can bet on BTTS, which is available on 1xbet for 2.24.
• Sekhukhune United are unbeaten in their last four games against Polokwane City. This game might literally end in a home win, and this can be found on Betway for 2.28.

Sekhukhune United vs Polokwane City FC Prediction 19 April 2025

Sekhukhune United have not been able to maintain their momentum lately, but they still remain a fierce team. Eric Tinkler’s men are not far from securing their spot in the CAF Confederation Cup, and they’ll have to win this game to stand a chance. They are a very dangerous side, and they’ll be keen to get it right against their guests tomorrow. On the opposing end, Polokwane City's form have dropped lately as they have managed just a win across their last ten matches in the division. They looked lost in their most recent game, and they’ll struggle against the hosts tomorrow.

Sekhukhune United are still a reliable side despite winning just two of their last five league games. Their front men are pretty much dangerous, and I think they might likely get a goal before the break here; bet on home halftime over 0.5 goals for 2.27 at (1xbet).

The hosts hardly keep a clean sheet, and the guests might equally get a goal here; bet on BTTS for 2.24 at (Bet365).

Sekhukhune United are the favourite to amass all the points here, considering their recent performance, and I will try my luck with a home win for 2.28 at (Betway).

Good luck!