Our Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC Prediction: 1-0
Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC in the South Africa Premier is scheduled for an 17:30 GMT kick-off on Wednesday March 11, 2026. Orlando Pirates’s home form gives them the edge, and a single goal could be enough to earn them a 1-0 victory over Richards Bay FC.
Our prediction is supported by key Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Orlando Pirates's Last Match – Polokwane City vs Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates will seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-1 South Africa Premier victory over Polokwane City on March 4. In that match, Orlando Pirates controlled 64% of possession and managed 9 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Polokwane City | 36% | 0 (3) | 0.29 | 44 |
 Orlando Pirates | 64% | 0 (9) | 2.75 | 92 |
Richards Bay FC's Last Match – Richards Bay FC vs Kaizer Chiefs
Richards Bay FC will hope to extend their good run following a 1-0 South Africa Premier win against Kaizer Chiefs on March 3. In that match, Richards Bay FC had 42% possession and 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Richards Bay FC | 42% | 0 (5) | 0.69 | 61 |
 Kaizer Chiefs | 58% | 0 (0) | 0.07 | 68 |
Orlando Pirates vs Richards Bay FC Stats
Key Stats
| Orlando Pirates | Richards Bay FC | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 | Attacking Strength | 0.68 |
| 0.45 | Defence Strength | 1.02 |
| 2.3 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 7/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 5/10 |
| 7/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 0.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Orlando Pirates are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 0.4 conceded per match, while Richards Bay FC average 0.9 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
Orlando Pirates 18-4
Richards Bay FC 9-11
What are the odds for this match?
Orlando Pirates to win: @1.3
Draw: @4
Richards Bay FC to win: @11
Lineups
Orlando Pirates: Deon Hotto, Relebohile Ratomo, Lebone Seema, Yanela Mbuthuma, Kamogelo Sebelebele, Sipho Chaine, Thalente Mbatha, Patrick Maswanganyi, Makhehlene Makhaula, Oswin Appollis, Nkosinathi Sibisi
Richards Bay FC: Sbani Khumalo, Lindokuhle Zikhali, Lundi Mahala, Thulani Gumede, Moses Mthembu, Thembela Sikhakhane, Ian Otieno, Lwandile Sandile Mabuya, Simphiwe Fortune Mcineka, Sanele Barns, Tlakusani Mthethwa
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