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AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Predictions - Cup draw tipped in 90 minutes

John Eastwood

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Last updated: 12 Apr 2024

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AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Predictions for Saturday’s Nedbank Cup match (18:00 SAST)
Pirates are unbeaten in their last 13 trips to face AmaZulu
Can Usuthu extend a six-match unbeaten run at home?

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Hard-fought cup battle to end level in regulation time (Getty Images).

AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Predictions

Usuthu are very strong at home but their games rarely have many goals. Pirates never seem to lose this fixture on the road. I’m backing a draw in 90 minutes with extra time required.
AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Predictions
Head to Head
AmaZulu Form & Team News
AmaZulu Predicted Lineup
Orlando Pirates Form & Team News
Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup

AmaZulu are undefeated in their last 6 home matches (3 draws).
AmaZulu have seen Under 2.5 goals in their last 6 matches.
Orlando Pirates are undefeated in their last 13 away matches vs AmaZulu.
Orlando Pirates have seen BTTS Yes in 5 of their last 6 matches.

Head to Head

Pirates hold a 15-3 advantage over AmaZulu with 16 draws in 34 meetings.

When the teams met in October, it ended 0-0. Orlando Pirates are unbeaten in their last 13 away matches vs AmaZulu.

AmaZulu Form & Team News

AmaZulu ended a six-match winless run in the league last time out. They’re unbeaten in some home fixtures with three wins and three draws.

A 2-0 win at Sekhukhune United saw them reach this stage of the Nedbank Cup. A 2-0 loss at TS Galaxy and a 0-0 draw at home vs Polokwane City followed.

Their last match saw a crucial 1-0 win at Cape Town City to end their PSL winless streak.

Coach Pablo Franco Martin has a settled XI. He must decide between a back five and back four in this one.

Ethan Brooks is suspended in midfield. Veteran George Maluleka could get a rare start.

AmaZulu Predicted Lineup

Mothwa; Sikhakhane, Mobara, Mphahlele, Fielies, Hanamub; Maluleka, Motshwari, Mbanjwa; Mulenga, Dion.

Orlando Pirates Form & Team News

Pirates have just two wins in eight league matches as they limp to the finish line. They’re four points off second spot having played a match more.

A 3-2 win vs Kaizer Chiefs in Soweto Derby preceded a 4-0 home win vs Hungry Lions in the Nedbank Cup. A 2-1 loss to high-flying Sekhukhune United preceded a 1-1 draw at Moroka Swallows with 76% possession.

Their last match saw a 7-1 home thrashing of Golden Arrows. Tshegofatso Mabasa netted a hattrick.

Striker Evidence Makgopa is still a question mark after injury. Goalkeeper Sipho Chaine should be fit to play.

Pirates have some issues in defence. Both Nkosinathi Sibisi and Tapelo Xoki are suspended and Olisa Ndah in doubtful.

Orlando Pirates Predicted Lineup

Chaine; Lebitso, Mthethwa, Maela, Hotto; Timm, Mbatha; Maswanganyi, Dlamini, Mofokeng; Mabasa.

Verdict

AmaZulu v Orlando Pirates

I see this ending in a draw in 90 minutes. I'm predicting there t be under 2.5 goals.

Draw

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