Stellenbosch FC vs Polokwane City Prediction: Stellenbosch FC to record a narrow low scoring victory

Stellenbosch FC vs Polokwane City: Prediction for the Match on December 03, 2025

Polokwane City will face Stellenbosch this week at the Danie Craven Stadium in the South African Premier Soccer League. The match kicks off on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025. Stellenbosch, near the relegation zone, will be desperate to turn their strong history in this fixture into key points at home. Polokwane City, sitting comfortably in seventh, will look to end their winless away run and use their better league position to their advantage. Check out our prediction and tips for the Stellenbosch vs Polokwane City match.

Stellenbosch FC: Form and Statistics

Stellenbosch FC ended a two-match losing streak with a 3-1 win over Sekhukhune United, moving back into the top four. Recently, they’ve struggled, while Sekhukhune remain inconsistent in mid-table. After their CAF Confederation Cup match in Tanzania, Stellenbosch returned to South Africa on Monday. They quickly face Polokwane City at Athlone Stadium on Wednesday at 7:30pm. This match is crucial for Stellenbosch, as it's their last league game before the Africa Cup of Nations break. They aim to end the year on a positive note and avoid slipping further down the table. In the CAF Confederation Cup, Stellenbosch drew 1-1 with Singida Black Stars on Sunday. Black Stars, coached by former Sundowns coach Miguel Gamondi, had lost to CR Belouizdad last week. Stellenbosch came into this match after a last-minute win in the Betway Premiership. Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs were not in action.

Stellenbosch FC News and Lineup

The first half was quiet, with Black Stars controlling possession but creating little. Stellenbosch also failed to create serious chances, though they defended well. In the second half, Stellenbosch took the lead in the 52nd minute when Langelihle Phili scored on his 50th appearance for the club. However, Black Stars equalized in stoppage time with a penalty by Marouf Tchakei, securing their first point.

🔖 Stellenbosch FC Expected Lineup

Stellenbosch FC: Masuluke, Moloisane, Nkwali, Stanic, Mdaka, Jabaar, Khiba, Palace, Phili, Barns, Cupido

Subs: Ah Shene, Butsaka, De Jong, Gamildien, Mokobodi, Johannesen, Lekoloane

Polokwane City: Form and Statistics

TS Galaxy missed the chance to move into third place in the Betway Premiership after a 0-0 draw with Polokwane City on Saturday. Galaxy made changes, bringing back McBeth Mahlangu and Junior Zindonga, while City gave Siyabonga Mashini his second start of the season. City started strong, with Sibusiso Tshabalala threatening early, but he headed over from a corner. Ten minutes later, Galaxy responded. Mehdi Ouamri's shot from a low cross forced City goalkeeper Brian Bwire into a save. Seluleko Mahlambi also had a chance with a header, but it went over the goal. Mashini was unable to continue and was replaced by Bonginkosi Dlamini just before halftime. In the second half, Galaxy continued to create chances. Mpho Mvelase and Ouamri came close, but City struggled to find their rhythm. Polokwane City had a chance late in the game when defender Lebohang Nkaki headed a cross from Simon Ramabu just wide.

Polokwane City Team News and Lineup

Brice Aka, former assistant coach of Polokwane City, has confirmed he is leaving the club. His tenure, which started after the team's promotion to the top flight in 2023, has come to an end.

🔖 Polokwane City Expected Lineup

Polokwane City: Bwrie, Matuludi, Nikani, Nkaki, Nkwe, Kambala, Maphangule, Ramabu, Seketso, Mashini, Sibusiso

Stellenbosch FC vs Polokwane City: Head-to-Head statistics

Stellenbosch FC has won 3 of the last 5 meetings against Polokwane City in the Premier Soccer League.

Stellenbosch FC vs Polokwane City: Betting Tips & Odds

• In their last 5 matches, Stellenbosch FC won 2, drew 1, and lost 2. They scored 4 goals and conceded 6. Their win rate is 40%, with an Asian Handicap win rate of 40% and an Over rate of 60%. At home, they won 1 out of 2 matches, scoring 1 goal and conceding 2.
• Polokwane City FC won 1, drew 3, and lost 1 in their last 5 matches. They scored 3 goals and conceded 3.
• Their win rate is 20%, with an Asian Handicap win rate of 60% and an Over rate of 40%. As the away team, they won 1 out of 3 matches, scoring 2 goals and conceding 2.

Stellenbosch FC vs Polokwane City match prediction, 3rd December, 2025

Stellenbosch FC has a strong head-to-head record. In their last 10 matches, they won 7 and drew 2, giving them a win rate of 70%. Polokwane City won 1 match. The average number of goals scored in their meetings is 2.40. In their most recent match at Stellenbosch’s home stadium, they drew 1-1. Stellenbosch FC has been solid at home, winning 3 of their last 6 matches. In contrast, Polokwane City has drawn 3 of their last 6 away matches across all leagues. The match is expected to end in a win for Stellenbosch FC.

Our match prediction is Stellenbosch FC to win with odds at 1.92 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our betting tip is Over 1.5 with odds at 1.73 on the Betway bookmaker.

Our last match prediction is BTTS (no) with odds at 1.62 on 1Xbet bookmaker.