AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Prediction and Betting Tips on May 24, 2025
Game Prediction
AmaZulu will host Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on May 24, 2025, for a Premier Soccer League match at 13:00 UTC. The home side is looking to solidify their mid-table position, while the Pirates aim to maintain their title challenge against league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.
AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Key Stats & Trends
- AmaZulu have won 2 of their last 5 games.
- Usuthu average 0.8 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per game.
- AmaZulu have won 60% of their last 5 home games.
- Orlando Pirates have won 3 of their last 5 games.
- The Buccaneers average 1.6 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per game.
- Orlando Pirates have won 60% of their last 5 away games.
AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Recent Form
AmaZulu are currently 6th in the Premier Soccer League with 34 points from 27 games. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with a 1-1 draw against Polokwane City in their last outing, reflecting their struggle to convert chances into wins. Coach Arthur Zwane’s side has shown resilience at home, losing only 5 of 13 home games, but they face a tough challenge against a high-flying Orlando Pirates team. A positive result could help AmaZulu secure a top-six finish.
Orlando Pirates, sitting 2nd with 59 points from 26 games, are in scintillating form, boasting 18 wins, 2 draws and 5 losses in the league. Their recent form includes three wins, one draw and one loss. Under Jose Riveiro’s tactical guidance, the team’s compact defense and rapid transitions make them favorites to claim three points in Durban.
Form
- AmaZulu: D-W-L-W-L
- Orlando Pirates: W-D-W-L-W
Predicted Line-ups
- AmaZulu: Mothwa; Hanamub, Sikhakhane, Mobara, Jooste; Brooks, Motshwari, Ngema; Ighodaro, Moremi, Haba
- Orlando Pirates: Chaine; Sesane, Sibisi, Hotto, Maela; Makhaula, Ndlondlo; Maswanganyi, Nkota, Saleng; Makgopa
AmaZulu vs Orlando Pirates Pre-game Odds & Win Probability
Bookmakers favor Orlando Pirates with a 55% chance of victory, offering odds of 1.68 for an away win. A draw is priced at 3.42 (27%), while an AmaZulu win stands at 5.15 (18%).
Correct Score Prediction: AmaZulu 0-2 Orlando Pirates
Given Orlando Pirates’ attacking prowess and AmaZulu’s defensive vulnerabilities, a narrow Pirates victory is likely.
Expert Tip: Orlando Pirates to Win & Total Goals Under 2.5
Orlando Pirates’ superior form make them likely winners. However, they are not expect to dominate outrageously AmaZulu. Thus said, betting on Pirates win combined with ‘Total Goals Under 2.5’ available at odds of 1.54 would be a smart choice.
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