Richards Bay vs Orlando Pirates Prediction: Only one team to back

The underdogs, Richards Bay FC will look to their defensive to keep the Pirates’ attackers at bay. The inform Soweto Giant's attacking players will be key. Especially with the wealth of experience and quality in attack. Key players like Dion Hotto, Mofokeng and Maswanganyi will be the difference when these teams kick off this weekend.

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Richards Bay's Relegation battle continues as they prepare to face one of the continents in form teams. Orlando Pirates are looking to continue their dominance on the domestic front. Especially after enjoying a successful run in the CAF Champions League and securing safe Passage to the knock stages of the coveted competition.

Their return to domestic football resumes with a clash against KZN Strugglers Richards Bay FC, who sit 24th in the league and one point above the relegation zone.
Richards Bay FC have appointed a new coach in Papi Zothwane. This comes after they had to appoint Larsen to replace Brandon Truter who was sacked in November 2024 following a disappointing start to the season 2024/25 season. Coach Clinton Larsen had departed Magesi after resigning live on TV in the post-match interview. Orlando Pirates will not be sympathetic to Richard's Bays situation. They need all three points if they are to keep pace with Mamelodi Sundowns.

They will be reassured by their record against Richards Bay in recent matches. They two wins in a row and only one loss in their last five meetings. The last time they met in a cup fixture Richards Bay edged the match on penalties. This time around, the underdog will not triumph.

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