Stellenbosch FC vs Richards Bay FC: Prediction for the Match on September 20, 2025

Stellenbosch FC vs Richards Bay: Prediction and odds on the Match on 20 September 2025

To raise their head out of the hot waters, Stellenbosch must invest all they have to amass all the points when they face off against Richards Bay at the Danie Craven Stadium. For a side who have consistently challenged for a top four finish, the Stellies have been below par this campaign, and only a win here can revive their poor start to this campaign. Meanwhile, Richards Bay will hope to maintain their run of three games without a loss. 

Stellenbosch FC: form and statistics

Last five games: DLWLL

The Stellies bowed to another loss in the Betway Premiership, failing to defeat Amazulu FC on the road. They marched into the game with the hope of getting over the loss against Mamelodi Sundowns, but were somewhat stunned twice before the break. Stellenbosch went the entire halftime without mustering a shot on target. They changed the momentum in the second half, and just a few minutes into the game, Langelihle reduced the deficit. Unfortunately, Stellenbosch were unable to find an equalizer.

Before then, they had lost to Mamelodi Sundowns in front of their home supporters after defeating Marumo Gallants at home. They had previously lost to Orlando Pirates in the MTN 8 Cup final. It has gone from bad to worse for one of the strongest teams in the Betway Premiership over the previous five years.

Stellenbosch have accumulated four points from a combined eighteen, scoring three and conceding nine. Steven Baker's men have lost twice in their previous three games in front of their home supporters. 

Stellenbosch FC Lineup

Steve Baker has tried many tactics and tweaked his sides during games. The coach has to get his side firing again, even after their terrible display.

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

Stephens—Omega Mdaka, Thabo Moloisane, Stanic, Godswill—Mthiyane, Khiba—Barns, Devis Titus, DEJong—Mojela

Head Coach: Steven Baker

Richards Bay FC: form and statistics

Last five matches: LLWDD

Ronnie Gabriel’s men have been pretty decent lately, heading here without a loss in their last three Betway Premiership games. Richards Bay picked up a stalemate on their home turf for the second consecutive match. Richards Bay Ngema opened the scoreline after 29th minutes, but were unable to maintain their pace, whilst conceding just before the break. The second half was more precise from Richards Bay, who threatened their opponent. They were presented with an opportunity to win the game; unfortunately, Mabua failed to convert a penalty awarded to Richards Bay. 

Ronnie Gabriel’s men have not won their last two matches, but have improved their game play, going three games while conceding just a goal.

Richards Bay accumulated five points from a combined eighteen, scoring three while conceding seven goals. The Natal Rich Boys currently sit five places above the relegation zone, and they’ll be keen to get something away from this game in front of their home supporters.

Richards Bay Lineup

Ronnie Gabriel’s men still have not lived up to expectations in this campaign, with just three goals scored; a lot has to change in their front line. They have not conceded more than a goal in their last six games, which is fair enough for them. 

Richards Bay Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Magoola—Zulu, Mcineka, Mabua, Khumalo—Zuke, Mthembu–Ngama, Zihkila, Nzama—Neduli—Mhango

Head Coach: Ronnie Gabriel

Stellenbosch FC vs Richards Bay FC: head to head statistics

Stellenbosch have won three, while the Natal Rich Boys have recorded five wins, and a game ended in a tie across their previous ten meetings. Five of their last seven meetings have ended in more than two goals. 

Stellenbosch FC vs Richards Bay FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• Eight of Stellenbosch's previous nine games have ended in fewer than two goals. A total of under 2.5 goals might surface here for a coefficient of 1.34 on the Bet365 bookmaker.
• The Natal Rich Boys are unbeaten 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 only surfaced once in five of their last six meetings in the Betway Premiership matches. You can try your luck with a BTTS, which is available on 1xbet for 2.27.

Stellenbosch FC vs Richards Bay: Betting Tips & Odds

The Natal Rich Boys have been pretty decent in recent encounters, going three games without losing. Richards Bay have some serious players in their cart and they will be keen to at least secure a point in this highly competitive game. On the other hand, Stellenbosch has been below par since the season began, and its strange to see them in this sort of position. 

The Stellies have tried so many things that didn't work out, and a loss here could damage the team spirit. Stellenbosch can't afford to take another wrong move here and must be more careful against the Natal Rich Boys side, who are yet to taste a defeat across their last three games. 

Stellenbosch possess the team capable of staging a comeback, and even though their guests will be a tough nut to crack, I expect them to at least pick up a point in front of their home supporters.

My match prediction is that Stellenbosch will win or draw and score over 1.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.91 on the 1xbet bookmaker. 

My betting tip on this match is for this game to produce more than a goal for a coefficient of 1.64 on the Betway bookmaker.

My final betting tip is for a home halftime win at 2.42 on the Bet365 bookmaker. 

Good luck