Mamelodi Sundowns will host Golden Arrows in a Betway Premiership clash on Sunday at 17h45.
The upcoming match at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium features a showdown between Mamelodi Sundowns, the league pacesetters, and Golden Arrows, who are placed eighth on the log.
Sundowns have been in scintillating form, particularly against Arrows in recent encounters, while Arrows aim to rewrite their narrative against the champions.
Mamelodi Sundowns:
Coach: Miguel Cardoso, with his tactical prowess, has kept Sundowns at the forefront of the league.
Star Player: Peter Shalulile has been a key figure in Sundowns’ attack, scoring two goals in the Betway Premiership this season. Against Golden Arrows specifically, Shalulile has scored six goals in all competitions, making him a significant threat to Arrows’ defence.
Golden Arrows:
Coach: Musa Bilankulu is looking to make an impact with Arrows, seeking to improve their performance against top teams like Sundowns.
Star Player: Nqobeko Dlamini, with his midfield orchestration, could be vital in Arrows’ strategy to challenge Sundowns.
Last Five Betway Premiership Results for Mamelodi Sundowns (up to January 31, 2025):
Magesi FC 1-2 Mamelodi Sundowns (most recent)
Richards Bay 2-0 Mamelodi Sundowns
AmaZulu FC 0-1 Mamelodi Sundowns
Stellenbosch 0-1 Mamelodi Sundowns
Mamelodi Sundowns 3-0 Sekhukhune United
Last Five Betway Premiership Results for Golden Arrows (up to January 31, 2025):
Golden Arrows 1-1 TS Galaxy (most recent)
Kaizer Chiefs 0-1 Golden Arrows
AmaZulu 0-0 Golden Arrows
Golden Arrows 0-0 Polokwane City
Golden Arrows 0-1 Richards Bay
Last Five Meetings Between Mamelodi Sundowns and Golden Arrows:
Mamelodi Sundowns 5-0 Golden Arrows (Carling Knockout Cup, 2024-10-19)
Mamelodi Sundowns 0-0 Golden Arrows (Betway Premiership, 2024-05-08)
Mamelodi Sundowns 4-0 Golden Arrows (DStv Premiership, 2024-05-15)
Mamelodi Sundowns 1-1 Golden Arrows (DStv Premiership, 2023-04-12)
Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 Golden Arrows (DStv Premiership, 2022-09-10)
Key Points:
Form: Sundowns have been in top form, with Shalulile’s goal-scoring record against Arrows being particularly notable. Arrows have had mixed results but are capable of causing upsets.
Tactics: Sundowns will likely maintain their possession-oriented play, while Arrows might look to exploit any defensive lapses with quick transitions.
Historical Context: The historical results heavily favour Sundowns, with Shalulile’s scoring record adding to their psychological edge.
This match not only tests Arrows’ resilience but also provides an opportunity for Sundowns to showcase their dominance, particularly through Shalulile’s prowess against this opponent.