PSL Predictions 17/10: Sekhukhune United vs Marumo Gallants Betting Tips and Team News
Simon Winter
Two clubs in the midst of managerial upheaval clash when Sekhukhune United and Marumo Gallants collide at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday, 17 October, in South Africa’s Premiership.
Below, we’ve got free predictions and analysis for the game, including the latest injury new from both camps and key stats to take to the betting markets. All prices listed are taken from Virgin Bet’s extensive Premiership markets.
Sekhukhune United vs Marumo Gallants predictions (14:30)
Sekhukhune United to Win – 1.72
Sekhukhune United made the controversial decision to sack head coach Cedric Kaze after three straight losses to Orlando Pirates in league and cup, though their results have improved since, and they capped a three-game unbeaten surge before the international break with a dramatic late 3-2 victory at Richards Bay, under new taskmaster, Papi Zothwane.
Marumo Gallants also axed their manager, Phuti Mohafe, in September, after a poor start, but have lost both games since under interim Trevor Mathiane and new permanent hire, Ronny Kanalelo. The division’s bottom club have claimed only two points from seven matches in total so far this term, and they are unlikely to upset the odds here.
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Over 1.5 Sekhukhune Goals - 1.93
Rock bottom Marumo have been conceding 1.85 goals per 90 minutes in the Premiership this season and conceded at least twice in five of their last six games in the division.
Sekhukhune have been low on goals this term, but they looked much livelier when netting three times in their win over Richards Bay, a showing that hinted at brighter horizons in the attacking department under new coach Papi Zothwane. Back an improving United to score at least twice against a ragged Marumo.
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Sekhukhune United vs Marumo Gallants Team News and Injury Update
Midfielder Karabo Tlaka had to be withdrawn after just 18 minutes of Sekhukhune United’s win over Richards Bay before the international break and he remains doubtful ahead of the weekend. Siphesihle Sangweni replaced him that day and could step in to fill the void again.
Edgar Manaka returns to the Marumo Gallants squad following his one-game ban. Forward Onke Moletshe came off in the first half of the Gallants’ loss to Orlando Pirates last time out and could miss out.
Sekhukhune United vs Marumo Gallants Key Stats
Marumo Gallants are bottom of the league, having lost five of their first seven games.
Marumo Gallants have conceded 2+ goals in five of their last six Premiership fixtures.
Sekhukhune are undefeated at home this term, with two wins and a draw from three matches.
Marumo Gallants have lost 100% of their away assignments in the Premiership since the summer.
Only three clubs have conceded fewer goals than Sekhukhune United (7) in the Premiership this season.
Sekhukhune United’s last five games
H/A | Fixture | Result |
A | Richards Bay vs Sekhukhune United (19/09) | 2-3 |
A | Stellenbosch vs Sekhukhune United (11/09) | 1-1 |
H | Sekhukhune United vs TS Galaxy (05/09) | 0-0 |
A | Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United (25/08) | 2-0 |
H | Sekhukhune United vs Polokwane (15/08) | 2-0 |
Marumo Gallants’ last five games
H/A | Fixture | Result |
H | Marumo Gallants vs Orlando Pirates (20/09) | 0-2 |
A | AmaZulu vs Marumo Gallants (12/09) | 1-0 |
H | Marumo Gallants vs Polokwane (04/09) | 2-2 |
H | Marumo Gallants vs TS Galaxy (25/08) | 2-3 |
A | Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants (19/08) | 2-0 |
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