Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Al Ahly SC

W L D W W

2nd place in Group C

1-2

18/01/2025 12:00

Orlando Pirates

L W W W D

1st place in Group C

CAF Champions League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates on 18 January 2025 (kick-off: 12:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates preview before placing your bet.

Al Ahly SC are currently 2nd with 10 points after 6 matches.
Orlando Pirates sit 1st with 14 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Al Ahly SC to win with probability 61%.
Head-to-head history favors Orlando Pirates, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Al Ahly SC have one win, while 3 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Pred

Correct

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Coef.

Score.

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Weather

12:00

2025-01-18

Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates - Prediction & Odds

Al Ahly SC

Orlando Pirates

2025-01-18 12:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2025

Group C	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Orlando Pirates	14	6	4	2	0	10	4	6
02 Al Ahly SC	10	6	3	1	2	14	7	7
03 CR Belouizdad	9	6	3	0	3	11	10	1
04 Stade d Abidjan	1	6	0	1	5	4	18	-14

Head To Head

07/12/2024 09:00

Orlando Pirates

0 - 0

Al Ahly SC

CAF CL

04/10/2015 14:30

Al Ahly SC

3 - 4

Orlando Pirates

CAF Cup

26/09/2015 11:59

Orlando Pirates

1 - 0

Al Ahly SC

CAF Cup

10/11/2013 11:59

Al Ahly SC

2 - 0

Orlando Pirates

CAF CL

02/11/2013 14:30

Orlando Pirates

1 - 1

Al Ahly SC

CAF CL

22/09/2013 09:00

Orlando Pirates

0 - 0

Al Ahly SC

CAF CL

Al Ahly SC

17%

Draw

50%

Orlando Pirates

33%

Al Ahly SC Last 6 matches

07/01/2025 10:00

Al Ahly SC 2 - 0 Smouha SC EGY D1

03/01/2025 15:00

CR Belouizdad 1 - 0 Al Ahly SC CAF CL

30/12/2024 11:00

Enppi 0 - 0 Al Ahly SC EGY D1

26/12/2024 14:00

Al Masry 0 - 2 Al Ahly SC EGY D1

22/12/2024 11:50

Al Ahly SC 6 - 1 CR Belouizdad CAF CL

14/12/2024 13:00

Pachuca 0 - 0 Al Ahly SC FIFA IC

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Orlando Pirates

08/01/2025 13:30

Cape Town City 1 - 0 Orlando Pirates SAPL D1

04/01/2025 12:00

Orlando Pirates 3 - 0 Stade d Abidjan CAF CL

29/12/2024 09:30

Magesi 0 - 1 Orlando Pirates SAPL D1

24/12/2024 09:30

Orlando Pirates 8 - 1 Marumo Gallants FC SAPL D1

14/12/2024 12:00

Stade d Abidjan 1 - 1 Orlando Pirates CAF CL

07/12/2024 09:00

Orlando Pirates 0 - 0 Al Ahly SC CAF CL

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues CAF Champions League

Played games

Goals

Scored

533

Avg. per game

1.78

Conceded

229

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored

434

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

206

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

241 (80%)59 (20%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

224 (76%)72 (24%)

Al Ahly SC

Recent matches

Orlando Pirates

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(29%)13 32(71%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Al Ahly SC

Orlando Pirates

Shots

Al Ahly SC

Total shots

12.80 avg / game

Blocked

365 total

Avg. 3.41

Orlando Pirates

Total shots

11.46 avg / game

Blocked

256 total

Avg. 3.24

Al Ahly SC Pass Orlando Pirates

Total passes

80381

Avg. 478 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

52997

Avg. 453 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Al Ahly SC

300

Played games

Orlando Pirates

296

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.49

147

Clean sheets

148

0.50

5.43

1630

Corners

1532

5.18

6.14

1843

Throw-ins

1562

5.28

1.22

366

Offsides

481

1.63

1.14

341

GK saves

357

1.21

Al Ahly SC

DISCIPLINARY

Orlando Pirates

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.49

448

496

1.68

0.05

0.04

6.68

2003

Fouls

2663

9.00

7.93

2380

Tackles

1583

5.35

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How We Build the Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates on 18 January 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this CAF Champions League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Al Ahly SC vs Orlando Pirates Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Al Ahly SC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Orlando Pirates's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

CAF Champions League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live CAF Champions League standings and the CAF Champions League form table to understand exactly where Al Ahly SC and Orlando Pirates sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our CAF Champions League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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