Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch Prediction: The Buccaneers will lift the trophy

The Buccaneers will play their third consecutive MTN8 Cup final against Stellenbosch at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday. Orlando Pirates are the most successful team in this competition, winning it three times in four successive seasons. At the same time, Stellenbosch will play their first-ever MTN8 Cup final with the hope of laying their hands on a trophy this campaign. Both teams have had a decent start to the season, and we expect nothing but an exciting matchup here. 

The Buccaneers have had a great start to the season, heading here with six consecutive wins in all competitions. 

Orlando Pirates advance to the final after a decent performance against Cape Town City, eliminating their opponent on (3-1) aggregate. 

The Buccaneers are back to their level, firing from all cylinders. They have also kept five clean sheets over their last six matches in all competitions. 

The Stellies have had a mixed start to the campaign, marching here with a win in the league over their last three league matches. Stellenbosch picked up the ticket to the final after defeating Mamelodi Sundowns home and away. The (2-0) aggregate was one of their best performances in a long time. 

Steven Baker's men have won once over their last four matches in all competitions. 

Orlando Pirates have won seven, while Stellenbosch have recorded four victories and four matches ending in a stalemate over their previous fifteen meetings. Orlando Pirates have been firing from all cylinders this campaign, winning eight and sharing the spoils twice over their last ten games. The Buccaneers' new signings have settled in well, and considering their recent run, we expect a fast-paced game with goals before the break. At the same time, Stellenbosch have not really shown much confidence in their games lately. They have struggled to break teams down and might likely struggle here.

Orlando Pirates are highly motivated for this game and are to be the favorite in this encounter, considering they hardly lose in the finals. The Buccaneers are another team entirely when playing a final game, and we are backing them in claiming the trophy.

We also think this game won’t deny us goals as both teams are highly offensive; bet on BTTS for 2.03.

We expect to see more goals after the break for 2.12.

Good luck!