Royal AM vs Golden Arrows Prediction: We anticipate a great start from the hosts

Royal AM will strive to bounce back from their recent defeat when they face off against Golden Arrows in the KwaZulu Natal Derby at the Harry Gwala Stadium on Tuesday. The hosts have been impressive this season despite not being able to sign players, and after their recent defeat at home, they'll be poised to respond positively here. 

Last five games: DDLWL

John Maduka's men suffered their second defeat of the campaign, losing on their ground against Polokwane City. Defensively, Royal AM were far from perfect as their opponent created five big chances. Royal AM who conceded in the 76th minute and missed the opportunity to level as Hopewell Cele was unable to cover the penalty kick awarded to them. 

The hosts, who escaped relegation last season by just a point, have failed to make any signings for the second year running. Royal AM, who still owes Samir Nurkovic R12 million, have been banned by FIFA and will continue with the same players as last season. Royal AM have picked up seven points from a possible twenty-one, scoring four and conceding three this season.

They have gone four games with a defeat on their ground since the start of the season. 

Last five games: WLLLD

Mabhuti Khenyaza's men's three consecutive losses picked up a point against Supersport United. It was a more impressive performance from Golden Arrows, who fired sixteen shots but failed to convert any as both teams settled for a share of the spoils. 

Golden Arrows have now played four successive matches without finding the back of the net. They have picked up seven points from a combined twenty-one, scoring four and conceding five. 

Golden Arrows will be motivated to go all out against their opponents, who are also looking to bounce back from their recent loss. 

Over their previous twenty meetings, Royal AM have won seven, while Golden Arrows have recorded three victories and ten games ending in a tie. Despite their recent loss against Polokwane City at home, Royal AM have never stopped trying. They have shown some signs of improvement even though they are going through financial downtime. 

This Derby game has ended in favour of the hosts over their last eleven meetings. They’ll be keen to adjust quickly to avoid low morale in coming games, and I’ll back them to win or draw and score less than two goals for 1.97.

I also expect Royal AM to get off to a flying start by getting a goal before the break for 2.18.

Royal AM will win here for 2.21.

Good luck!