Football Result

Mohau Nkota 72'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
34.1%
26.4%
39.5%
That went as expected.
Power Comparison in the League
0.494
0.621
Game Stats
Goals
0
1
Shots on Target
3
5
Shots
9
9
Possession
40.3%
59.7%
Fouls
10
11
Yellow Cards
1
3
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
4
3
Offsides
0
0
Saves
4
3
Team Formations
4-4-2
4-2-3-1


Location
Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane, South Africa
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
2025-05-21 | Game Summary

In a tightly contested South African Premier Division match held at Peter Mokaba Stadium on May 20, 2025, Orlando Pirates edged out SuperSport United with a 1-0 victory. The lone goal came in the 72nd minute courtesy of Mohau Nkota. Orlando Pirates dominated possession with 59.7% compared to SuperSport United's 40.3%. Both teams registered 9 shots each, but Orlando Pirates had 5 shots on target to SuperSport United's 3. The home side committed 10 fouls and received 1 yellow card, while Orlando Pirates committed 11 fouls and received 3 yellow cards. SuperSport United's goalkeeper made 4 saves, while the Orlando Pirates' goalkeeper made 3.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored an Orlando Pirates win, which ultimately proved correct. The AI model did not anticipate a balanced game, and the match statistics confirm Orlando Pirates' slight dominance. SuperSport United, with a team rate of 0.494, struggled to convert their chances, continuing a trend of inconsistency evident in their recent games, which include a loss to Stellenbosch (2-1), a win against Chippa United (2-0) and draws against Polokwane City (1-1), Marumo Gallants (1-1) and Cape Town City (0-0). Their next match is against Richards Bay, who are also struggling, having lost to Mamelodi Sundowns (3-0) recently, but won against TS Galaxy (0-1). Orlando Pirates, with a team rate of 0.621, have shown better form recently, and are coming off a draw against TS Galaxy (1-1), with previous wins against Golden Arrows (3-0), also against Golden Arrows (1-2) and Kaizer Chiefs (1-2). However, they did suffer a loss to Sekhukhune United (0-1). Their next game is against Amazulu, who have been inconsistent with recent wins against Golden Arrows (0-1) and Amazulu (1-0), but losses against Stellenbosch (1-0) and Chippa United (2-1).
Historically, Orlando Pirates have had a slight edge over SuperSport United. The previous head-to-head game saw Orlando Pirates win 2-0. Analyzing previous games, SuperSport United will need to improve their attacking efficiency to secure a win against Richards Bay. Orlando Pirates, on the other hand, will aim to maintain their form and secure another victory against Amazulu, leveraging their superior team rate and recent performances.

2025-05-19 | Pre-game insights

Football fans are eagerly awaiting the South African Premier Division clash between SuperSport United and Orlando Pirates on May 20, 2025, at the Peter Mokaba Stadium. An AI model has predicted an Orlando Pirates victory, giving them a 39.5% win probability compared to SuperSport United's 34.1%. The AI's prediction takes into account both teams' recent form. SuperSport United has struggled with consistency, while Orlando Pirates, spearheaded by their prolific striker Evidence Makgopa, have shown stronger performances. Makgopa's clinical finishing and ability to create chances make him a constant threat. The AI also factored in the strong defensive presence of Olisa Ndah, a key player for Orlando Pirates. The draw probability stands at 26.4%, suggesting a potentially tight contest. However, with Orlando Pirates' attacking prowess, the AI leans towards them securing the win. Will the AI's prediction hold true, or will SuperSport United defy the odds on home turf?