Pretoria Univ vs Hungry Lions: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 March

Pretoria Univ

W L D

2nd place in Playoffs

2-1

08/03/2024 09:30

Hungry Lions

L L D L W

8th place in League

South Africa First League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Pretoria Univ vs Hungry Lions on 08 March 2024 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Pretoria Univ vs Hungry Lions preview before placing your bet.

Pretoria Univ are currently 2nd with 5 points after 4 matches.
Hungry Lions sit 8th with 42 points from 30 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Pretoria Univ to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors Hungry Lions, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Pretoria Univ 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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Weather

09:30

2024-03-08

Pretoria Univ vs Hungry Lions - Prediction & Odds

Pretoria Univ

Hungry Lions

2024-03-08 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 08/03/2024

Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Richards Bay	8	4	2	2	0	6	1	5
02 Pretoria Univ	5	4	1	2	1	3	3	0
03 Baroka FC	2	4	0	2	2	1	6	-5

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Magesi	57	30	16	9	5	45	28	17
02 Pretoria Univ	49	30	12	13	5	30	22	8
03 Baroka FC	47	30	12	11	7	37	28	9
04 Maritzburg United	46	30	12	10	8	38	26	12
05 JDR Stars	46	30	12	10	8	33	30	3
06 Upington City	44	30	11	11	8	38	32	6
07 Casric Stars	43	30	11	10	9	46	39	7
08 Hungry Lions	42	30	11	9	10	36	32	4
09 Orbit College	39	30	11	6	13	30	40	-10
10 Black Leopards	37	30	11	4	15	31	38	-7
11 Marumo Gallants FC	36	30	9	9	12	30	36	-6
12 Venda	35	30	9	8	13	27	34	-7
13 Milford	34	30	9	7	14	33	36	-3
14 Pretoria Callies	34	30	8	10	12	31	35	-4
15 NB La Masia	31	30	6	13	11	23	33	-10
16 Platinum City	25	30	5	10	15	22	41	-19

Head To Head

26/08/2023 09:00

Hungry Lions

2 - 0

Pretoria Univ

SAFL

14/03/2023 09:30

Pretoria Univ

1 - 2

Hungry Lions

SAFL

26/10/2022 09:30

Hungry Lions

1 - 1

Pretoria Univ

SAFL

15/05/2022 09:00

Pretoria Univ

0 - 0

Hungry Lions

SAFL

15/12/2021 09:00

Pretoria Univ

2 - 1

Hungry Lions

SALC

12/09/2021 09:00

Hungry Lions

1 - 1

Pretoria Univ

SAFL

Pretoria Univ

17%

Draw

50%

Hungry Lions

33%

Pretoria Univ Last 6 matches

03/03/2024 09:30

Platinum City 0 - 0 Pretoria Univ SAFL

21/02/2024 13:00

Pretoria Univ 1 - 0 Cape Town Spurs SALC

16/02/2024 09:30

Pretoria Univ 2 - 1 Upington City SAFL

12/02/2024 09:30

NB La Masia 1 - 2 Pretoria Univ SAFL

19/12/2023 09:30

Pretoria Univ 2 - 2 Orbit College SAFL

15/12/2023 09:30

Pretoria Univ 2 - 0 Marumo Gallants FC SAFL

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Hungry Lions

01/03/2024 09:30

Milford 1 - 3 Hungry Lions SAFL

24/02/2024 09:00

JDR Stars 0 - 0 Hungry Lions SALC

17/02/2024 09:30

Hungry Lions 0 - 1 Venda SAFL

13/02/2024 09:30

Upington City 1 - 1 Hungry Lions SAFL

20/12/2023 09:30

Hungry Lions 3 - 1 Marumo Gallants FC SAFL

17/12/2023 09:40

Hungry Lions 0 - 0 Casric Stars SAFL

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

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

Pretoria Univ

Hungry Lions

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.62

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.44

Scored

Avg. per game

0.63

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 34 matches

YesNo

19 (56%)15 (44%)

In last 34 matches

NoYes

13 (43%)17 (57%)

Pretoria Univ

Recent matches

Hungry Lions

Under /Over

(56%)19 15(44%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)24 6(20%)

Under /Over

(12%)4 30(88%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(23%)7 23(77%)

Under /Over

(24%)8 26(76%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)12 18(60%)

/Yes

(41%)14 20(59%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)16 14(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Pretoria Univ

Hungry Lions

Shots

Pretoria Univ

Total shots

10.86 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Hungry Lions

Total shots

9.08 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Pretoria Univ Pass Hungry Lions

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Pretoria Univ

Played games

Hungry Lions

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.44

Clean sheets

0.30

4.38

149

Corners

1.83

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.29

Offsides

0.00

0.24

GK saves

0.00

Pretoria Univ

DISCIPLINARY

Hungry Lions

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.65

0.57

0.12

0.00

1.74

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Pretoria Univ vs Hungry Lions Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Pretoria Univ vs Hungry Lions on 08 March 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.

Pretoria Univ vs Hungry Lions Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Pretoria Univ'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 Pretoria Univ 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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