Orlando Pirates vs Supersport United Prediction: Both teams have a lot to play for here, but the hosts are the closest to securing the maximum points

The Buccaneers will face off against Supersport United in what seems to be a must-win game for both teams at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday. Orlando Pirates head here with back-to-back defeats in the league, and this is their only chance to secure the CAF Champions League ticket. At the same time, the Spartans must amass all the points here to stand a chance of playing continental football. With both teams harbouring distinct yet significant objectives, the stage is set for an enthralling encounter tomorrow.

Last five games: WWWLL

The Soweto Giant have lost back-to-back games when it matters, as they are set to miss out on a CAF Championship ticket. After the defeat in their penultimate match against Richards Bay, Orlando Pirates were outnumbered by TS Galaxy away from home. 

Having found the back of the net twenty-three times over their previous seven games in all competitions while conceding four times, the Soweto team have failed to score in their last two matches. Orlando Pirates were very close in their attempt to play CAF Champions League football next season, but the ball is no longer in their court. Orlando Pirates have won nine, drawn twice, and lost three at home this season.

Last five games: LWDDW

The sleeping giant have woken up at the wrong time as they are set to miss out on continental football after their run of games without a breakthrough. Supersport are now unbeaten over their last four games as they hope to make amends. More recently, they secured the maximum points against Moroka Swallows to ignite their aim of qualifying for the CAF Confederation Cup. 

Despite the victory, Gavin Hunt's men maintained their spot on the log. The Spartans have been pretty solid at the back in recent games as they march here with a back-to-back clean sheet. Supersport United have picked up forty-three points from a possible eighty-seven, scoring thirty-four and conceding thirty-two times. Supersport United have won five, drawn five, and lost four on the road this season. 

Over their previous twenty meetings, Supersport United have won nine while Orlando Pirates have recorded five wins and six games ending in a tie. Both teams have not been themselves lately, but the guests have improved slightly. 

The Soweto Giant are eyeing the CAF Champions League spot, while the visitors must secure the maximum points to stand a chance of playing continental football. Orlando Pirates will most definitely play in the CAF competition next season; however, they can still attain second place, which guarantees Champions League football. It’s a pretty tough game, with both teams having something to play for.

Orlando Pirates have won five consecutive games on their ground against Supersport United, and with the task of qualifying for the Champions League and their home advantage, we believe they stand a better chance here; bet on a home win for 1.71.

Tshegofatso Mabasa, who is the present highest goalscorer, will be keen to surpass Rayners and Ribeiro in the race for Golden Boot; expect more than two goals here for 2.15.

We believe both teams will get a goal apiece for 2.07.

Good luck!