Durban City vs Hungry Lions: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 05 May

Durban City
LWDWD
4th place in League
1
2-0
FT
05/05/2024 13:00
Hungry Lions
LLDLW
8th place in League
South Africa First League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Durban City vs Hungry Lions on 05 May 2024 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Durban City vs Hungry Lions preview before placing your bet.

  • Durban City are currently 4th with 46 points after 30 matches.
  • Hungry Lions sit 8th with 42 points from 30 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Durban City to win with probability 47%.
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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2024-05-05

Durban City vs Hungry Lions - Prediction & Odds

Durban City
Durban City
Hungry Lions
Hungry Lions
2024-05-05 13:00
47
29
24
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.00
1.95
FT
2-0 0-0
-
weather
STANDINGS UP TO 05/05/2024
Playoffs PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Richards Bay Richards Bay
8 4 2 2 0 6 1 5
02 Pretoria Univ Pretoria Univ
5 4 1 2 1 3 3 0
03 Baroka FC Baroka FC
2 4 0 2 2 1 6 -5
League PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Magesi Magesi
57 30 16 9 5 45 28 17
02 Pretoria Univ Pretoria Univ
49 30 12 13 5 30 22 8
03 Baroka FC Baroka FC
47 30 12 11 7 37 28 9
04 Maritzburg United Maritzburg United
46 30 12 10 8 38 26 12
05 JDR Stars JDR Stars
46 30 12 10 8 33 30 3
06 Upington City Upington City
44 30 11 11 8 38 32 6
07 Casric Stars Casric Stars
43 30 11 10 9 46 39 7
08 Hungry Lions Hungry Lions
42 30 11 9 10 36 32 4
09 Orbit College Orbit College
39 30 11 6 13 30 40 -10
10 Black Leopards Black Leopards
37 30 11 4 15 31 38 -7
11 Marumo Gallants FC Marumo Gallants FC
36 30 9 9 12 30 36 -6
12 Venda Venda
35 30 9 8 13 27 34 -7
13 Milford Milford
34 30 9 7 14 33 36 -3
14 Pretoria Callies Pretoria Callies
34 30 8 10 12 31 35 -4
15 NB La Masia NB La Masia
31 30 6 13 11 23 33 -10
16 Platinum City Platinum City
25 30 5 10 15 22 41 -19
Head To Head
22/10/2023 13:30
Hungry Lions Hungry Lions
0 - 0
Maritzburg United Maritzburg United
SAFL
Durban City
0
0%
Draw
0
0%
Hungry Lions
0
0%
Durban City Durban City Last 6 matches
30/04/2024 13:00
Venda 1 - 1 Maritzburg United SAFL
27/04/2024 13:00
Magesi 0 - 2 Maritzburg United SAFL
19/04/2024 17:30
Maritzburg United 0 - 1 Marumo Gallants FC SAFL
16/04/2024 17:30
Maritzburg United 2 - 0 Pretoria Univ SAFL
07/04/2024 13:00
Pretoria Callies 0 - 2 Maritzburg United SAFL
03/04/2024 17:30
Maritzburg United 2 - 0 Upington City SAFL
Win
0%
Draw
100%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Hungry Lions Hungry Lions
30/04/2024 13:00
Orbit College 1 - 1 Hungry Lions SAFL
27/04/2024 13:00
Hungry Lions 1 - 2 Baroka FC SAFL
21/04/2024 13:00
Pretoria Callies 2 - 1 Hungry Lions SAFL
16/04/2024 13:00
Magesi 2 - 2 Hungry Lions SAFL
06/04/2024 13:00
Hungry Lions 2 - 1 NB La Masia SAFL
03/04/2024 13:00
Hungry Lions 0 - 2 JDR Stars SAFL
Win
17%
Draw
33%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues South Africa First Lea...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games
Durban City
Durban City
30
 Hungry Lions
Hungry Lions
30
Goals
Scored
24
Avg. per game
0.80
Conceded
15
Avg. per game
0.50
Scored
19
Avg. per game
0.63
Conceded
20
Avg. per game
0.67
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 30 matches
YesNo
16 (53%)14 (47%)
In last 30 matches
NoYes
13 (43%)17 (57%)
Durban City

Durban City

Recent matches

Hungry Lions

Hungry Lions

Under /Over

(60%)18 12(40%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)24 6(20%)

Under /Over

(20%)6 24(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(23%)7 23(77%)

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)12 18(60%)

/Yes

(37%)11 19(63%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)16 14(47%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Durban City Durban City
Hungry Lions Hungry Lions
Shots
Durban City
Durban City
Total shots
9.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Hungry Lions
Hungry Lions
Total shots
9.08 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Durban City Durban City Pass Hungry Lions Hungry Lions
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
49%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Durban City
Durban City
2262
Avg. 75.40 / game
 Hungry Lions
Hungry Lions
1277
Avg. 42.57 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Durban City
Durban City
1254
Avg. 41.80 / game
 Hungry Lions
Hungry Lions
813
Avg. 27.10 / game
OTHERS
Durban City
Durban City
30
Played games
Hungry Lions
Hungry Lions
30
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.50
15
Clean sheets
9
0.30
3.07
92
Corners
55
1.83
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Durban City
Durban City
DISCIPLINARY
Hungry Lions
Hungry Lions
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.23
37
Yellow card
17
0.57
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Durban City vs Hungry Lions Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Durban City vs Hungry Lions on 05 May 2024 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 South Africa First 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.

Durban City vs Hungry Lions Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Durban City's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Hungry Lions'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.

South Africa First 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 South Africa First League standings and the South Africa First League form table to understand exactly where Durban City and Hungry Lions 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 South Africa First League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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