Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pyramids Prediction and Betting Tips on May 24, 2025
Game Prediction
Mamelodi Sundowns will host Pyramids FC at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on May 24, 2025, in the first leg of the CAF Champions League final at 13:00 UTC. The South African champions are riding high after securing their eighth consecutive Premier Soccer League title, while Pyramids aim to make history in their second season in the competition.
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pyramids Key Stats & Trends
Mamelodi Sundowns won all of their last 5 games.
The Brazilians score 2.6 goals on average and secured five clean sheets in their last 5 games.
Sundowns won all of their last 5 home games.
Pyramids won 3 of their last 5 games.
PYR averages 1.8 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per game.
Pyramids won 60% of their last 5 away games.
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pyramids Recent Form
Mamelodi Sundowns are in scintillating form, having clinched the South African Premiership title with a 2-0 victory over Magesi on May 18, 2025, thanks to a first-half brace from Lucas Ribeiro. The Pretoria outfit, led by manager Miguel Cardoso, have been dominant at home, boasting a 100% win record in the league at Loftus Versfeld this season. Their defensive solidity, with only 13 goals conceded in 28 PSL matches, and attacking prowess, led by top scorer Lucas Ribeiro (13 goals), make them formidable favorites. Sundowns advanced to the final after a 1-1 aggregate win over Al Ahly, progressing via the away goals rule.
Pyramids, meanwhile, are chasing their first CAF Champions League title. They secured a 2-0 win over Petrojet in their last Egyptian Premier League, with Marwan Hamdi scoring a second-half brace. Despite their strong domestic form, sitting atop of the Egyptian Premier League, Pyramids are not favourites while facing Sundowns in Pretoria.
Form
Mamelodi Sundowns: W-W-W-W-W
Pyramids: W-W-L-L-W
Predicted Line-ups
Mamelodi Sundowns possible line-up: Williams R. (gk, c), Hoza M., Mokoena T., Lebusa M., Mudau K., Allende M., Maema N., Modiba A., Costa L., Arthur Sales, Reiners I.
Pyramids possible line-up: Al-Shenawy A. (gk, c), Shibe M., Marei M., Samu A., Hamdi M., Magdy A., El Karti V., Toure I., Atef A., Hamdi M., Adel I.
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pyramids Pre-game Odds & Win Probability
Bookmakers favor Mamelodi Sundowns, with a win probability of approximately 55%, reflected in odds around 1.77 (51%) for a home victory. A draw is priced at 2.9 (31%), while a Pyramids win stands at 5.14 (18%).
Correct Score Prediction: Mamelodi Sundowns 2-0 Pyramids
Given Sundowns’ defensive strength and home dominance, a 2-0 victory is plausible. Pyramids’ attacking threat may be neutralized by Sundowns’ robust defense, which has conceded only three goals in their last 10 matches. A low-scoring game is likely, as seven of Sundowns’ last nine matches have had under 2.5 goals.
Players to Watch: Peter Shalulile – Fiston Mayele
Peter Shalulile likes scoring on the continental stage. The Namibian striker is Mamelodi Sundonws’ top scorer in the CAF Champions League so far with 3 goals, and he will be eager to deliver again in the most important game of the campaign.
Fiston Mayele, Pyramids’ top scorer and joint-top scorer of the CAF Champions League with five goals, will be pivotal for the visitors. His ability to capitalize on limited chances could test Sundowns’ defense.
Expert Tip: Double Chance - Mamelodi Sundowns to Win or Draw
Despite Sundowns being favorites due to their home advantage and better record recently, a continental final hits different in the spirit of every player, and that could hit even harder in thos of Pyramids players. So, this requires a clever bet. Choosing ‘Double Chance - Mamelodi Sundowns to win or Draw’ available at odds of 1.15 would be a smart bet.
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