Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants tips and predictions

Mamelodi Sundowns hold all the aces against Marumo Gallants but no value in prices

With just 3 points between them it's third placed Mamelodi Sundowns versus 15th placed Marumo Gallants for this eagerly anticipated clash.

The match odds aren't giving anything away but Mamelodi Sundowns will be rubbing their hands at the thought of facing Marumo Gallants.

In looking for evidence that Mamelodi Sundowns will walk through this match it's worth considering the respective form of the two sides. The hosts have won all of their last 3 games. With contrasting fortunes the travelling side has pulled up short at times. They've lost 11 of their recent 15 matches on the road. Everything points to a further defeat here.

Evidently up for the challenge, the home side has been pleased with their numbers in defence - they are only conceding an average of 0.5 goals over their last 17 games. When opportunities have presented themselves, the visitors have appeared hesitant. They've scored one or less goals in 16 of their last 17 matches. But all the data in the world could be meaningless after the first whistle if their forward players can become more clinical with their finishing. You can't be too sure.

The hosts have won the last 3 matches between the two sides in this rivalry. You can take it or leave it but the head-to-head stats give reasons to believe in the home win.

Most observers believe that only one side is likely to score due to the dominance of Mamelodi Sundowns. However, with the odds-against BTTS Yes price available that's probably the more interesting of those markets.