Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

In a highly anticipated South African Premier Division clash at FNB Stadium on May 3, 2025, Orlando Pirates defeated Kaizer Chiefs 2-1. Makabi Lilepo gave Kaizer Chiefs an early lead in the 2nd minute. However, Evidence Makgopa leveled the score for Orlando Pirates in the 24th minute. Relebohile Ratomo then secured the victory for the away side with a goal in the 69th minute. Bradley Cross of Kaizer Chiefs received a red card in stoppage time.
Despite having more possession (56.2%), Kaizer Chiefs struggled to create clear-cut chances, registering only 3 total shots and just 1 on target. Orlando Pirates, despite having less possession (43.8%), were much more incisive in attack, producing 11 shots with 5 hitting the target. The game was physical, with Orlando Pirates committing 18 fouls and receiving 3 yellow cards, compared to Kaizer Chiefs' 5 fouls and 1 yellow card.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored an Orlando Pirates win, which proved accurate. The AI also anticipated a balanced game. Looking at the current form of both teams, Kaizer Chiefs have been struggling recently, losing three of their last five matches. Orlando Pirates, despite the win, suffered a recent defeat against Sekhukhune United.
Kaizer Chiefs' next match is against Sekhukhune United. Considering Kaizer Chiefs' recent struggles and Sekhukhune United's solid form, including a recent win against Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs will face a tough challenge. Orlando Pirates will face Golden Arrows in their next game. Golden Arrows' form has been inconsistent recently, while Orlando Pirates will be looking to bounce back from their defeat against Sekhukhune United.
Analyzing the game in relation to previous matches, Kaizer Chiefs have had difficulty scoring goals consistently. Orlando Pirates have shown a greater ability to create goal-scoring opportunities. In the last five head-to-head matches, Orlando Pirates have won three matches, while Kaizer Chiefs have won two matches. The recent form of both teams suggests a shift in the balance of power, with Orlando Pirates appearing to be the stronger side.

On May 3rd, 2025, the South African Premier Division will witness a fierce battle between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg. AI is predicting an Orlando Pirates victory, albeit with a narrow margin, giving them a 37.3% win probability compared to Kaizer Chiefs' 35.3%. The draw probability stands at 27.4%. Kaizer Chiefs, despite boasting talented midfielder Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, have struggled recently, losing three of their last five matches, while their star striker, Ashley Du Preez, will need to be clinical. Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates, led by their experienced captain Innocent Maela, have shown more consistency, although their recent match ended in defeat. The AI's prediction considers both teams' form and historical data, suggesting a tightly contested match where Orlando Pirates might just edge out a win. The last head-to-head games also favour Orlando Pirates, increasing the likelihood of the prediction to become true.