Stellenbosch FC vs Kaizer Chiefs FC Prediction: The Stellies must not underestimate the Amakhosi

Stellenbosch FC vs Kaizer Chiefs FC: Prediction and odds on the Match on 10 August 2025

The stage is set for one of the most anticipated games of the weekend as Stellenbosch face off against Kaizer Chiefs at the Athlone Stadium on Sunday. 

The Stellies will hope to continue where they stopped last campaign, while Kaizer Chiefs can’t afford to start the campaign with a terrible performance against their opponent. All is set at the Athlone Stadium, which is rumoured to be sold out, and we expect both teams to show what they have been practicing in recent months.

Stellenbosch FC: form and statistics

The Stellies had one of their best seasons, where they finished third on the Betway Premiership table. For the second competitive campaigns, Stellenbosch have shown they can compete against the top guns in the league as they have picked up the continental tickets in the last two seasons. 

After their decent finish in the Betway Premiership, Stellenbosch also reached the semifinals of the CAF Confederation Cup. Stellenbosch accumulated forty-eight points from a combined eighty-four, scoring thirty-four and conceding twenty-one. 

Steven Baker's men drew five, won six games, and lost three matches on their ground last campaign.

Stellenbosch FC Lineup

Nothing much has been altered about Stellenbosch except for veteran defender, Oliver Toure, who was sold this season. Coach Steve Baker is an attacking-oriented tactician, and Stellenbosch will attack from the start until the end. Stellenbosch will continue their quest to play continental football next season. 

Stellenbosch FC Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Stephens—Omega Mdaka, Thabo Moloisane, Mcaba, Godswill—Thato Khiba, Palace—Barns, Lesiba Nku, Devis Titus, Andre De Jong—Cupido

Head Coach: Steven Baker

Kaizer Chiefs: form and statistics

One of the most successful teams in the history of the Betway Premiership wrapped up their campaign in tenth place, making it five consecutive seasons without continental football. Kaizer Chiefs managed just eight wins in the entire twenty-eight games. 

The Amakhosi's terrible league run cost them a lot last season, and despite spending big, they still couldn’t play as a team. 

Nasreddine Nabi's men accumulated thirty-eight points from a combined eighty-four, scoring twenty-five and conceding thirty-two. Despite their ups and downs in the previous campaign, they won the FA Cup trophy, defeating Mamelodi Sundowns in the finals.

Kaizer Chiefs Lineup

The Amakhosi have made some changes at the back, with almost the entire backline replaced. However, their attacks remain pretty much the same, and we expect synergy in that department. 

Kaizer Chiefs won’t be with their head coach, who has gone to attend to his family, and it has been reported that the second coach, Ben Youseff, will take over. 

Kaizer Chiefs Potential Starting Eleven (4-2-3-1)

Peterson—Monyana, Santos, McCarthy, Shinga—Thabo Cele, Mthethwa—Ashley Du Perez, Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, Makabi Lilepo—Falvio Silva

Head Coach: Nasreddine Nabi (unavailable)

Stellenbosch FC vs Kaizer Chiefs FC: head to head statistics

Stellenbosch have won three while Kaizer Chiefs have recorded seven wins across their previous ten meetings. The Amakhosi have recorded three consecutive wins against Stellenbosch and have not lost in three visits against the hosts.

Stellenbosch FC vs Kaizer Chiefs FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• Four of Stellenbosch's previous five games have ended in more than two goals. A total of over 2.5 goals might surface here for a coefficient of 2.40 on the Bet365 bookmaker.
• Stellenbosch are unbeaten in their last three games. The hosts might likely fight for all the points here for a coefficient of 2.11 on the 1xbet bookmaker.
• Fewer than four cards have surfaced in Stellenbosch's last nine consecutive matches. We might likely see fewer than four cards here, which are available on the Betway Bookmaker for 1.65.

Stellenbosch FC vs Kaizer Chiefs FC match prediction 10 August 2025

This is one of the most anticipated opening games of the campaign, as Kaizer Chiefs strive to redeem themselves after a disappointing season. Stellenbosch have stuck with their key players, making it an exciting encounter, while Kaizer Chiefs have done a massive overhaul in defence.

Both teams have engaged in several preseason games, with Kaizer Chiefs winning just once in five tries. They’ll be tested at the back several times, and it’s up to them whether they will succumb.

Stellenbosch have been pretty consistent over the last two years, unlike Kaizer Chiefs, who have failed to play in the continental tournament in five seasons.

Kaizer Chiefs were dealt a blow when they reported the absence of coach Nasreddine Nabi a few hours before this competitive game. His assistant, Youseff, will take over, and we expect the Tunisian to prove his worth against a tough opposition. 

Even though the bookies have favoured the hosts, I still think Kaizer Chiefs can’t be entirely ruled off, as they possess some venom in the attacking department. It’s not supposed to be an open game, but the Kaizer Chiefs' defence can’t be trusted, and I will settle for goals in this highly anticipated encounter. A winner has emerged here in their last ten meetings, and Kaizer Chiefs have won three times while recording three wins on the road against Stellenbosch. 

My match prediction is for BTTS with a coefficient of 2.04 on the 1xbet bookmaker. 

My betting tip on this match is for this game to produce a winner and over 1.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.91 on the Betway bookmaker.

My final betting tip is for Stellenbosch to score before the break for 2.03 on the Bet365 bookmaker. 

Good luck!