MTN 8 Cup 2025 Betting Preview, Final, 13 September
The MTN 8 Cup reaches its climax on Saturday the 13th of September, as Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch battle it out for silverware at the Mbombela Stadium. Both sides have fought their way through tough opposition to reach the final, setting up what promises to be a thrilling decider. Below we break down the matchup from a betting perspective.
ORLANDO PIRATES vs STELLENBOSCH
Orlando Pirates continue their remarkable run in this competition, booking their place in a fourth consecutive MTN 8 Final. They opened their campaign with a solid 2-0 win over Polokwane City in the quarter-finals, before facing their toughest test yet in the semi-finals against Mamelodi Sundowns. After a 1-1 draw in the first leg, Pirates showed incredible composure in the second leg at Loftus Versfeld, holding Sundowns to another 1-1 stalemate once again, before triumphing 4-1 in the penalty shootout.
Their defensive organisation and mental toughness under pressure once again underlined their status as cup specialists.
Stellenbosch, on the other hand, have continued their rise as a strong force in South African football. They overcame AmaZulu in a dramatic 3-2 extra time victory during the quarter-finals, showcasing their attacking flair and resilience. In the semi-finals, Stellies produced a clinical performance at home, beating Sekhukhune United 2-0 in the first leg before managing a 1-1 draw away in Limpopo to seal a 3-1 aggregate victory and advancing to the Final.
Their balance of structured defending and dangerous counter-attacks has made them one of the most exciting sides to watch during the competition.
BETTING – Click here to bet
Orlando Pirates 2.00
Draw 3.20
Stellenbosch 4.00
HEAD-TO-HEAD:
The last time these teams clashed was in the league less than a month ago where Pirates edged a 1-0 victory at home. Prior to that they faced off twice the previous season and although Stellenbosch won the first fixture 1-0 on the road, the second match was drawn 0-0. The most recent meeting between the sides in MTN 8 Cup format was last year October where Pirates dominated to triumph 3-1.
VERDICT:
Orlando Pirates enter this final with unrivalled pedigree, chasing yet another MTN 8 crown, but Stellenbosch have the attacking weapons to trouble them. The Pirates’ sides big match temperament may give them the edge here, although Stellies will be fearless and eager to claim their first major cup this weekend. I am expecting a tight, low-scoring affair that will be decided by fine margins.
BET: Double Chance and Total Pirates/Draw and under 2.5 goals at 1.85
For this bet to land the score can finish 0-0, 1-1, 1-0 Pirates or 2-0 Pirates.
Note: All prices are correct at the time of writing but are subject to change.
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