Get ready for some thrilling PSL action! Our football expert dives into the exciting Week 20 fixtures kicking off Friday, 2 February 2018.
This weekend features a nail-biting top-of-the-table showdown as the undefeated Mamelodi Sundowns take on the strong second-placed Cape Town City. In other electric matchups, Kaizer Chiefs are set to rekindle their winning form against the reigning champions Bidvest Wits — who are battling relegation — while Orlando Pirates host Maritzburg United. Here’s the lowdown on how these mouth-watering clashes are expected to unfold.
Friday, 2 February
Cape Town City 18/10
Draw 19/10
Mamelodi Sundowns 16/10
Cape Town City has enjoyed a great run over Sundowns historically, but with their home game shifted to Athlone Stadium, coach Benni McCarthy has a decent excuse ready. Still, with Sundowns’ firepower up front, the away side starts favourite. My tip: back the Sundowns to clinch the win!
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Saturday, 3 February
Free State Stars 12/10
Draw 21/10
Baroka 23/10
Once sitting second early in the year, Free State Stars have stumbled recently, dropping points in their last two games. Baroka, currently seventh, showed resilience with a 2-2 draw at Golden Arrows propelled by Gift Motupa’s two goals. Stars should be wary as Motupa poses a threat. Lean towards a Free State Stars victory.
SuperSport United 12/10
Draw 21/10
Bloemfontein Celtic 23/10
SuperSport United are struggling, winless in three and recently crushed 4-1 by Bidvest Wits, with coach Eric Tinkler under pressure. Celtic haven’t won in their last four but remain inconsistent overall. Expect SuperSport to face another tough outing.My call: SuperSport to suffer defeat.
Bidvest Wits 19/10
Draw 2/1
Kaizer Chiefs 15/10
Kaizer Chiefs have turned their season around, unbeaten in their last six with solid wins. Their 17 goals in 19 games suggest a less lethal attack. Previous encounters with Wits have been fierce, including a knockout in the Telkom Cup. Expect a tight game likely ending in a draw.Bet on a draw here.
AmaZulu 15/10
Draw 2/1
Golden Arrows 19/10
The KZN derby is crucial as AmaZulu sit precariously just above relegation. Both sides are unbeaten in three, with Arrows showing resilience. New signing Danny Venter looks key, coached by his discoverer. Golden Arrows are poised to claim all three points.
Orlando Pirates 8/10
Draw 23/10
Maritzburg United 7/2
The Pirates have been stunning this year, with forward Justin Shonga scoring off the mark recently, and strengthening midfield with Xola Mlambo from Wits. Maritzburg struggle to keep leads and are chasing form. Backing Orlando Pirates for the win.
Sunday, 4 February
Chippa United 15/20
Draw 23/10
Platinum Stars 15/4
Chippa coach Teboho Moloi praised his team’s fight in recent draws. They face the league’s bottom side, Platinum Stars, who have lost four straight and remain anchored at the foot of the table. This should be a home win for Chippa United.
Polokwane City 11/10
Draw 21/10
Ajax Cape Town 5/2
Polokwane comes off three draws, losing some scoring form with striker Thobani Mncwango moving to Wits. Ajax Cape Town are fighting relegation and banking on new loanees from Sundowns to spark a revival. Expect the visitors to take a valuable away win.
TREBLE @ 14/1
Pirates Win 8/10
Arrows Win 19/10
Chiefs vs Wits Draw 2/1
