Mamelodi Sundowns vs Richards Bay - Premier League
Fixture Preview - 27 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Mamelodi Sundowns host Richards Bay at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Saturday, 27 September, in what promises to be an intriguing Premier League clash. Sundowns have shown solid form recently, with three wins and two draws in their last five matches, indicating a resilient side that is difficult to break down. In contrast, Richards Bay's form has been concerning, managing only one win in their last five outings, which places them under pressure as they seek to improve their standing. A key angle to consider is Sundowns' strong home advantage, where they have been particularly dominant against Richards Bay in their previous encounters. Historically, Sundowns have won three of the last ten meetings at home, with Richards Bay struggling to find the net in these fixtures, as evidenced by the lack of both teams scoring in their head-to-head matchups. With Sundowns looking to maintain their momentum and Richards Bay desperate for points, this match could hinge on the home side's ability to capitalise on their chances while Richards Bay will need to tighten their defence to avoid another defeat.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Sekhukhune United | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2 |  Kaizer Chiefs | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 3 |  Mamelodi Sundowns | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 4 |  Durban City | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 5 |  Marumo Gallants FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| 6 |  AmaZulu | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| 7 |  Polokwane City | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 8 |  Golden Arrows | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 9 |  TS Galaxy | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 10 | Siwelele | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 11 |  Orlando Pirates | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 12 |  Orbit College | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 13 |  Magesi | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 14 |  Stellenbosch | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 15 |  Chippa United | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 16 |  Richards Bay | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2025 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 3–0 | Richards Bay | Premier League |
| December 28, 2024 | Richards Bay | 0–2 | Mamelodi Sundowns | Premier League |
| April 2, 2024 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 1–0 | Richards Bay | Premier League |
| August 23, 2023 | Richards Bay | 0–1 | Mamelodi Sundowns | Premier League |
| April 25, 2023 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 1–0 | Richards Bay | Premier League |
| January 6, 2023 | Richards Bay | 0–2 | Mamelodi Sundowns | Premier League |