Stellenbosch FC vs Marumo Gallants FC: Prediction for the Match on August 26, 2025

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Having gone three matches without a breakthrough, Stellenbosch have no reason to drop points at the Danie Craven Stadium against Marumo Gallants on Tuesday. The race for the Betway Premiership has begun, and Stellenbosch are eight points behind already. Meanwhile, the guests will be keen to add more salt to the hosts' injuries. 

Stellenbosch FC: form and statistics

The Stellies have started poorly this time, marching here with three consecutive Betway Premiership games without a breakthrough. Stellenbosch looked very weak this season as they surrendered to another loss in the league. Steve Baker’s men kicked off their game against the Pirates with minimal effort and were stunned in the 15th minute. Orlando Pirates controlled the entire first half, denying Stellenbosch a shot on target. The second half began with the same momentum, with Orlando Pirates, who had previously lost back-to-back games, firing nine (9) shots compared to Stellenbosch’s (3). It ended in a (1-0) loss for Stellenbosch as they suffered their second defeat in three matches. 

The Stellies had one of their best seasons, where they finished third on the Betway Premiership table. For the second competitive campaign, 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 have accumulated one point from a combined nine, scoring once and conceding four. Steven Baker's men have lost once in their previous eight games at home. 

Stellenbosch FC Lineup

Steve Baker failed to start some key players like Cupido and De Jong against a strong Orlando Pirates after they failed to deliver. It will be interesting to see what happens against Marumo Gallants since they won their most recent MTN 8 match. 

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

Stephens—Omega Mdaka, Thabo Moloisane, Mcaba, Nkwali—Mthiyane—Mojela, Devis Titus, Jabaar, Butsaka—Cupido

Head Coach: Steven Baker

Marumo Gallants FC: form and statistics

For the first time in ten Betway Premiership games, Bahlabane Ba Ntwa's side suffered a loss. Marumo Gallants bowed to a (1-0) loss against Amazulu FC on the road. Despite their solid start to the campaign, Marumo Gallants were unable to execute their game plan against their opponent. The game began with the hosts asking all the questions, and after lots of pressure, they opened the scoreline in the final seconds of halftime. The second half didn’t really matter as neither team were threatening enough to get a goal. 

Marumo Gallants, who have been tipped to finish strong this campaign after their opening back-to-back win, suffered a disappointing defeat on the road. 

Bahlabane Ba Ntwa have picked up two wins from their last three games, scoring four and conceding three. 

Marumo Gallants Lineup

Bahlabane Ba Ntwa were below par in their most recent game, and they’ll also face another formidable opponent tomorrow. As usual, we expect Khumalo to keep his spot in front, while Sithole will direct the affair in the centre of the park. 

Marumo Gallants Potential Starting Lineup (4-3-3)

Washington Arubi—Thabo Ncube, Sikhosana, Chabatsane, Tholang Mabotja—Sithole, Monde, Xola Nhlapo—Daniel Tawanda Msendami, Clifford, Khumalo

Head Coach: Alexandre Lafitte

Stellenbosch FC vs Marumo Gallants FC: head to head statistics

Stellenbosch have won four while Marumo Gallants have recorded four wins and two games ending in a tie across their previous ten meetings. Their last nine games have produced fewer than two goals. 

Stellenbosch FC vs Marumo Gallants FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• Stellenbosch are winless in their last three Betway Premiership games. The guests might likely fight for all the points here for a coefficient of 5.24 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.
• Both teams have scored in six of the last seven Marumo Gallants games. You can try your luck with a BTTS, which is available on 1xbet for 2.27.
• Five of Stellenbosch's previous five games have ended in fewer than two goals. A total of under 2.5 goals might surface here for a coefficient of 1.43 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Stellenbosch FC vs Marumo Gallants FC match prediction 26 August 2025

Stellenbosch are still looking for their first Betway Premiership win this season. Despite spending modestly in the transfer window and holding on to their key players, the Stellies have failed to get the results they deserve. With a total humbling against Orlando Pirates, Stellenbosch can’t afford to drop points against their guests tomorrow.

Meanwhile, Marumo Gallants, who suffered their first loss in nine Betway Premiership games, will be keen to flip the script against the hosts later tomorrow.

This meeting has never produced more than two goals since 2021, and looking at both teams' recent games, history could repeat itself. Stellenbosch are my favourite pick here after their display against Orlando Pirates, and even though the guests can’t be totally underestimated. 

Stellenbosch, for me, will likely start strong, and a team of their calibre won’t go four games without a breakthrough in the Betway Premiership. 

My match prediction is a home win for a coefficient of 1.85 on the 1xbet bookmaker. 

My betting tip on this match is for this game to produce a winner and under 2.5 goals for a coefficient of 2.38 on the Betway bookmaker.

My final betting tip is for Stellenbosch to score before the break at 1.91 on the Bet365 bookmaker. 

Good luck!