The SA Premier League action continues on Friday the 27th of February with two fixtures on the schedule. Magesi host Polokwane City, while Stellenbosch welcome AmaZulu. We take a closer look at both encounters from a betting angle below.
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Magesi vs Polokwane City – click here to bet
Magesi come into this fixture rooted to the bottom of the table in 16th place with 12 points from 17 matches. They have recorded just two wins, six draws and nine defeats, scoring 11 goals while conceding 24.
Goals have been a major issue throughout the campaign, and they remain one of the lowest-scoring sides in the division. Their recent form shows a 1-1 away draw against Stellenbosch, preceded by 2-0 defeats to Golden Arrows and Orlando Pirates as well as a 1-0 loss to Sekhukhune, highlighting their ongoing struggles.
Polokwane City occupy 7th position with 25 points from 17 matches. They have managed six wins, seven draws and four losses, netting 13 goals and letting 11 slip at the back. Their defensive record has been solid, although they have drawn three of their last five fixtures, including stalemates against Orbit College and TS Galaxy.
Their latest action was against Siwelele where neither side made it past the keeper, leaving things level after an uneventful 90 minutes.
Head-to-Head:
The reverse fixture earlier this season ended goalless in Polokwane. Historically, matches between these sides have been tight and low-scoring affairs with only one side scoring provided the game does not end in a draw.
Odds: Magesi 2.60 | Draw 2.75 | Polokwane City 3.40
Verdict:
Magesi are desperate for points but continue to struggle in front of goal. Polokwane City have shown greater consistency and defensive organisation, particularly against sides in the lower half of the table. With Magesi lacking attacking firepower and Polokwane difficult to break down, this looks set to be another low scoring contest.
Bet: Under 1.5 Goals a 1.98
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Stellenbosch vs AmaZulu – click here to bet
Stellenbosch find themselves 11th on the table with 19 points from 17 matches. They have claimed five wins, four draws and eight losses, currently holing a goal difference of -6.
Their recent form has been encouraging with a 2-1 away victory over Kaizer Chiefs on Tuesday and a 1-0 win away against Sekhukhune a few weeks prior, alongside a 1-1 draw with Magesi in between these matchup’s. They appear to be gaining momentum at a crucial stage of the season.
AmaZulu sit 5th with 30 points from 18 matches having secured nine wins, three draws and settled for six defeats. They have scored 19 goals and allowed 17 past their defensive line.
Despite their strong league position, recent results have been mixed. They suffered narrow 1-0 and 2-0 defeats to Mamelodi Sundowns (on Tuesday) and Orlando Pirates but claimed important wins over Marumo Gallants and TS Galaxy by one goal margins before that.
Head-to-Head:
AmaZulu won 2-1 earlier this season in the league, while Stellenbosch claimed a 3-2 victory in the MTN 8 and recorded emphatic wins in league meetings last season, including a 5-0 away triumph. This fixture has delivered goals in recent clashes.
Odds: Stellenbosch 2.30 | Draw 3.00 | AmaZulu 3.65
Verdict:
Stellenbosch have shown clear improvement in recent weeks and look confident going forward. AmaZulu remain a dangerous side but have struggled against the league’s stronger opposition lately. All things considered I think the draw is a big runner.
Bet: The draw at 3.00
Note: All prices are correct at the time of writing but are subject to change.
