Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 December

Richards Bay

L W L W D

8th place in League

0-2

28/12/2024 09:30

Mamelodi Sundowns

W W W W W

1st place in League

South Africa Premier Soccer League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns on 28 December 2024 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns preview before placing your bet.

Richards Bay are currently 8th with 33 points after 28 matches.
Mamelodi Sundowns sit 1st with 73 points from 28 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Mamelodi Sundowns to win with probability 65%.
Head-to-head history favors Mamelodi Sundowns, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Richards Bay have no wins, while 0 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

2024-12-28

Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns - Prediction & Odds

Richards Bay

Mamelodi Sundowns

2024-12-28 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 28/12/2024

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Mamelodi Sundowns	73	28	24	1	3	65	13	52
02 Orlando Pirates	61	28	19	4	5	43	20	23
03 Stellenbosch FC	48	28	13	9	6	34	21	13
04 Sekhukhune United	46	28	13	7	8	39	31	8
05 TS Galaxy	35	28	8	11	9	30	30	0
06 AmaZulu	35	28	10	5	13	29	34	-5
07 Polokwane City FC	34	28	8	10	10	19	25	-6
08 Richards Bay	33	28	9	6	13	19	26	-7
09 Kaizer Chiefs	32	28	8	8	12	25	32	-7
10 Marumo Gallants FC	32	28	8	8	12	26	39	-13
11 Chippa United	31	28	8	7	13	22	28	-6
12 Lamontville Golden Arrows	31	28	7	10	11	20	32	-12
13 Magesi	31	28	8	7	13	19	31	-12
14 Supersport United	27	28	6	9	13	18	30	-12
15 Cape Town City	27	28	7	6	15	15	31	-16
16 Royal AM	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Orbit College	8	4	2	2	0	2	0	2
02 Cape Town City	3	4	0	3	1	2	3	-1
03 Casric Stars	3	4	0	3	1	2	3	-1

Head To Head

02/04/2024 13:30

Mamelodi Sundowns

1 - 0

Richards Bay

SAPL D1

23/08/2023 11:00

Richards Bay

0 - 1

Mamelodi Sundowns

SAPL D1

25/04/2023 09:00

Mamelodi Sundowns

1 - 0

Richards Bay

SAPL D1

07/02/2023 13:30

Mamelodi Sundowns

3 - 2

Richards Bay

SALC

06/01/2023 13:30

Richards Bay

0 - 2

Mamelodi Sundowns

SAPL D1

04/02/2022 11:59

Richards Bay

0 - 4

Mamelodi Sundowns

SALC

Richards Bay

Draw

Mamelodi Sundowns

100%

Richards Bay Last 6 matches

14/12/2024 09:30

Lamontville Golden Arrows 0 - 1 Richards Bay SAPL D1

06/12/2024 13:30

Richards Bay 0 - 1 Supersport United SAPL D1

30/11/2024 09:30

Richards Bay 1 - 3 AmaZulu SAPL D1

27/11/2024 13:30

Kaizer Chiefs 2 - 1 Richards Bay SAPL D1

09/11/2024 09:00

Richards Bay 0 - 1 Magesi SAPL CUP

05/11/2024 13:30

Orlando Pirates 1 - 0 Richards Bay SAPL D1

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Mamelodi Sundowns

24/12/2024 09:00

AmaZulu 0 - 1 Mamelodi Sundowns SAPL D1

18/12/2024 13:30

Stellenbosch FC 0 - 1 Mamelodi Sundowns SAPL D1

15/12/2024 09:00

Mamelodi Sundowns 1 - 0 Raja Casablanca Atlhletic CAF CL

07/12/2024 15:00

FAR Forces Armee Royales 1 - 1 Mamelodi Sundowns CAF CL

30/11/2024 14:00

Mamelodi Sundowns 3 - 0 Sekhukhune United SAPL D1

26/11/2024 12:00

Mamelodi Sundowns 0 - 0 Maniema Union CAF CL

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues South Africa Premier S...

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

120

Avg. per game

0.57

Conceded

116

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored

286

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

104

Avg. per game

0.35

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 211 matches

YesNo

92 (44%)119 (56%)

In last 211 matches

NoYes

181 (60%)119 (40%)

Richards Bay

Recent matches

Mamelodi Sundowns

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Richards Bay

Mamelodi Sundowns

Shots

Richards Bay

Total shots

9.38 avg / game

Blocked

146 total

Avg. 2.39

Mamelodi Sundowns

Total shots

11.38 avg / game

Blocked

246 total

Avg. 2.67

Richards Bay Pass Mamelodi Sundowns

Total passes

29764

Avg. 334 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

46%

Total passes

79672

Avg. 553 / game

Accurate

91%

Ball possession

63%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Richards Bay

211

Played games

Mamelodi Sundowns

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

160

0.53

3.31

699

Corners

1390

4.63

6.06

1279

Throw-ins

1666

5.55

1.09

229

Offsides

576

1.92

1.52

320

GK saves

414

1.38

Richards Bay

DISCIPLINARY

Mamelodi Sundowns

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.06

223

513

1.71

0.06

0.10

6.47

1366

Fouls

2826

9.42

5.23

1103

Tackles

1665

5.55

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

Lamontville Golden Arrows

Mamelodi Sundowns

SAP

How We Build the Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns on 28 December 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 Premier Soccer 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.

Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Richards Bay's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Mamelodi Sundowns'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 Premier Soccer 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 Premier Soccer League standings and the South Africa Premier Soccer League form table to understand exactly where Richards Bay and Mamelodi Sundowns 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 Premier Soccer League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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