Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs headline the remaining Carling Knockout Round of 16 fixtures on Tuesday, with all three giants looking to secure their places in the quarter-finals.
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Defending champions Pirates host Milford FC, Sundowns face Marumo Gallants and Chiefs take on TS Galaxy, while Wednesday’s clash between Durban City and Stellenbosch completes the last-16 action.
With four quarter-final places still up for grabs, we preview the remaining fixtures and pick our best bets.
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants
Tuesday, 27 October – 19:00
Sundowns will be desperate to bounce back from their shock CAF Champions League elimination when they welcome Marumo Gallants to Loftus Versfeld.
The Brazilians have enjoyed an excellent domestic campaign, while Gallants are struggling at the bottom of the PSL standings.
Gallants eliminated Sundowns from this competition last season, but Miguel Cardoso’s side should have too much quality for their struggling opponents, particularly on home soil.
Prediction: Mamelodi Sundowns to win at 1.29.
Best Bet: Sundowns to win & under 3.5 total goals at 1.95.
Alternative Bet: Sundowns to win to nil at 2.02.
Orlando Pirates vs Milford FC
Tuesday, 27 October – 19:00
Defending champions Orlando Pirates begin their title defence against Milford FC at Orlando Amstel Arena.
The Buccaneers have been outstanding defensively this season, conceding just once in their opening eight PSL matches, while Milford have impressed following their promotion to the top flight.
Pirates defeated Milford 2-0 earlier this season and should have enough quality to repeat that result, although squad rotation ahead of Saturday’s Soweto Derby could influence their performance.
Prediction: Orlando Pirates to win at 1.45.
Best Bet: Orlando Pirates to win at 1.45.
Alternative Bet: Orlando Pirates to win to nil at 2.10.
Kaizer Chiefs vs TS Galaxy
Tuesday, 27 October – 19:00
Kaizer Chiefs will be looking to recover from their CAF Confederation Cup elimination when they host TS Galaxy at FNB Stadium.
Amakhosi have struggled to turn draws into victories this season, while Galaxy arrive on the back of three consecutive league defeats.
The Rockets have historically caused Chiefs problems, most famously beating them in the 2019 Nedbank Cup final. However, home advantage should help Amakhosi edge another closely contested encounter.
Prediction: Kaizer Chiefs to win at 1.67.
Best Bet: Over 2.5 total goals at 2.17.
Alternative Bet: BTTS – Yes at 2.12.
Durban City vs Stellenbosch FC
Wednesday, 28 October – 19:00
Durban City welcome Stellenbosch to Chatsworth Stadium in what promises to be one of the closest encounters of the round.
The Citizens have struggled for domestic consistency, while Stellenbosch will be hoping their Carling Knockout pedigree can make the difference.
The Maroons won the inaugural competition in 2023 and have reached the quarter-finals in each of the following two editions.
With recent meetings between these sides producing tight contests, another low-scoring affair looks likely, but Stellenbosch could narrowly prevail.
Prediction: Draw at 3.00.
