Kruger United vs Orlando Pirates Prediction, H2H & Stats
South-Africa: Premier Soccer League
· Regular Season - 5 Premier Soccer League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Mamelodi Sundowns |
9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 23:8 | +15 | 23 |
| 2 |  Orlando Pirates |
8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 19:1 | +18 | 22 |
| 3 |  Amazulu |
8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 12:8 | +4 | 19 |
| 4 |  Kaizer Chiefs |
8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 13:8 | +5 | 14 |
| 5 |  Milford FC |
8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 9:7 | +2 | 12 |
| 6 |  Sekhukhune United |
7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7:7 | 0 | 11 |
| 7 |  Stellenbosch |
8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9:8 | +1 | 10 |
| 8 |  Golden Arrows |
7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3:3 | 0 | 8 |
| 9 |  Chippa United |
7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 4:6 | -2 | 8 |
| 10 |  Polokwane City |
7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 8:10 | -2 | 7 |
| 11 |  Durban City |
8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 5:7 | -2 | 7 |
| 12 |  TS Galaxy |
8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7:12 | -5 | 6 |
| 13 |  Kruger United |
7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3:12 | -9 | 4 |
| 14 |  Siwelele |
7 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6:13 | -7 | 3 |
| 15 |  Richards Bay |
8 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 10:20 | -10 | 3 |
| 16 |  Marumo Gallants |
7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 5:13 | -8 | 2 |
Top scorers
Premier Soccer League
T. NgwenyaAmazulu
8goals
N. XuluRichards Bay
5goals
T. MoremiOrlando Pirates
4goals
V. LetsoaloTS Galaxy
4goals
T. MatthewsMamelodi Sundowns
3goals
B. RadiopaneOrlando Pirates
3goals
M. ZikakayoMilford FC
3goals
I. RaynersMamelodi Sundowns
3goals
Q. PlaatjiesStellenbosch
3goals
B. LeónMamelodi Sundowns
3goals
Recent form
0 - 1
Stellenbosch
L
0 - 1
Kruger United
W
0 - 4
Orlando Pirates
L
0 - 2
Durban City
L
2 - 1
Kruger United
L
0 - 0
Kruger United
D
1 - 3
Kaizer Chiefs
L
2 - 2
The Bees
D
0 - 1
Kruger United
W
3 - 1
Black Leopards
W
3 - 0
TS Galaxy
W
0 - 2
Mamelodi Sundowns
L
0 - 2
Orlando Pirates
W
2 - 0
Durban City
W
3 - 1
La Cure Waves
W
0 - 0
Orlando Pirates
D
0 - 4
Orlando Pirates
W
3 - 0
Sekhukhune United
W
2 - 0
Sekhukhune United
W
0 - 1
Orlando Pirates
W
Who wins? Three ways to read it
1 · X · 2Most likely scores
Expected goals: 0.5 Kruger United · 2.25 Orlando Pirates
Goal lines
Team comparison
Season numbers
Premier Soccer League 2026When the goals come
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Kruger United vs Orlando Pirates: preview and prediction
Kruger United host Orlando Pirates in the South-Africa Premier Soccer League (Regular Season - 5) on Tuesday, 1st September 2026 at 18:30 at Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit. Kruger United sit 13th in the table and Orlando Pirates 2nd.
Kruger United are struggling, with 1 win, 0 draws and 4 defeats in their last 5 games (L-L-L-W-L). Orlando Pirates are flying, with 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 games (W-W-W-L-W).
Our goal model expects about 0.5 goals for Kruger United and 2.25 for Orlando Pirates. It gives Orlando Pirates the edge (7% home win, 16% draw, 77% away win), 52% for over 2.5 goals and 35% for both teams to score. The most likely score is 0-2.
Our pick was Away Win. We also like Away Wins Either Half.
Kruger United vs Orlando Pirates FAQs
What is the best prediction for Kruger United vs Orlando Pirates?
Our top tip is Banker: Away Win.
Who will win Kruger United vs Orlando Pirates?
Orlando Pirates are favourites: our model gives Kruger United 7%, the draw 16% and Orlando Pirates 77%.
Will both teams score?
Both teams scoring has a 35% chance in our model.
How many goals are expected?
Our model expects 2.8 goals in total, with a 52% chance of over 2.5 goals.
When is Kruger United vs Orlando Pirates?
Kick-off is on Tuesday, 1st September 2026 at 18:30 at Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit.
Who is the referee?
Moreki Lekwape, South Africa is in charge of this game.