Mamelodi Sundowns vs Young Africans Prediction: The Brazilians will get the job done before the break

The Brazilians will face off against Young Africans in what seems to be an exhilarating game at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Friday. With the semifinal spot at stake, both sides will be poised to secure the maximum points here. However, it’ll be tricky for the visitors to walk away with any points in this highly contested encounter. 

Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)

Last six games: LDWWWD

The Brazilians have not actually replicated their last season's run in this competition as they head here with a share of the spoils against Young Africans at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium a few days ago. Mamelodi Sundowns managed just two shots at goal as the hosts played more defensively. Since failing to score and losing against TP Mazembe in Congo in their opening game, Mamelodi Sundowns are unbeaten in five games in this tournament. 

Mamelodi Sundowns are one of the best teams in Africa; they’ve won the CAF Champions League once and have made it out of the group stage in five consecutive seasons. 

Young Africans (Tanzania)

Last six games: DDWWLD

The Yanga Boys have lost once since this competition began and have proven that they’re in for a fight this year. Young Africans march here with a devasting first leg against Mamelodi Sundowns on their ground. It's looking like a game over for the Yanga Boys, who had four shots at goal but couldn't convert any. Young Africans have been dominant in their league but not the same in this competition. They are currently at the top of the log and will likely win the league.

Young Africans have not made their mark in this competition, with a group stage finish since 1998.

Expert Betting Tips

In the reverse leg, both sides were conservative, unfortunately; it went in favour of Mamelodi Sundowns, who secured a point in a (0-0) share of the spoils. The Brazilians are one of the deadliest teams to face on their ground, and with their massive home support, they are surely going to come out unhurt. However, the visitors can't be underestimated, as they have players who can hurt any side in this competition. I believe this is game over for Young Africans, who didnt take advantage on their ground; bet on goals in both halves for 2.14.

Even though the hosts played during the week, they gave some fringe players an opportunity and will have their full squad against Yanga Boys. We believe this encounter will end in a halftime victory for the hosts for 1.80.

This encounter will witness more than two goals for 1.95.

Goodluck!