AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns: match statistics
Mamelodi Sundowns displays significantly better form and statistics this season, sitting in 2nd place with an impressive record of 10 wins, 5 draws, and only 1 loss. The visitors dominate possession (averaging 70% away), demonstrating their control over match proceedings. AmaZulu, despite good home form (75% home wins), faces an opponent with higher xG (1.47 vs 1.04) and better defensive efficiency (0.56 goals conceded per away match). In their last 5 away matches, Sundowns have shown solidity with a sequence of dwdwdldww, and their qualitative advantage plus experience at the highest level argue for their victory. Statistics point to a competitive contest, but the visitors' quality and form give them the edge in this clash.
AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
AmaZulu played against Mamelodi Sundowns in Premier Soccer League (South Africa). The game was played on February 24, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
AmaZulu has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.80 points per game. Mamelodi Sundowns has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.60 points per game.
Scoring records
AmaZulu scores 1.12 goals per game and allows 0.94. Mamelodi Sundowns scores 1.63 and allows 0.50. Games in this league average 1.93 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 35% of AmaZulu's games and 44% of Mamelodi Sundowns's. The Over 2.5 rates are 24% and 25%, compared with league averages of 36% for BTTS and 28% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Mamelodi Sundowns has the higher season xG average, 1.65 to 1.04 per game. AmaZulu takes 8.1 shots per game, while Mamelodi Sundowns takes 12.6.
First-half and second-half trends
AmaZulu leads at halftime in 41% of its games and scores 0.59 goals per game after halftime. Mamelodi Sundowns leads at halftime in 44% and scores 0.81 after halftime.
When the teams score
AmaZulu's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (5 goals). For Mamelodi Sundowns, it is minutes 61-75 (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier Soccer League games average 1.93 goals. Both teams score in 36% of games, and 28% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Mamelodi Sundowns displays significantly better form and statistics this season, sitting in 2nd place with an impressive record of 10 wins, 5 draws, and only 1 loss. The visitors dominate possession (averaging 70% away), demonstrating their control over match proceedings. AmaZulu, despite good home form (75% home wins), faces an opponent with higher xG (1.47 vs 1.04) and better defensive efficiency (0.56 goals conceded per away match). In their last 5 away matches, Sundowns have shown solidity with a sequence of dwdwdldww, and their qualitative advantage plus experience at the highest level argue for their victory. Statistics point to a competitive contest, but the visitors' quality and form give them the edge in this clash.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| AmaZulu | Mamelodi Sundowns | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 37% | 41% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Mamelodi Sundowns is 44% better for: last-5 form.
1.8 pts / game - AmaZulu · 2.6 pts / game - Mamelodi Sundowns
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Mamelodi Sundowns is 46% better for: goals scored per game.
1.12 goals / game - AmaZulu · 1.63 goals / game - Mamelodi Sundowns
Mamelodi Sundowns is 88% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.94 goals / game - AmaZulu · 0.5 goals / game - Mamelodi Sundowns
AmaZulu scores in 76% of games (13 of 17 meczów), while Mamelodi Sundowns keeps a clean sheet in 50% (8 of 16 meczów).
Mamelodi Sundowns scores in 88% of games (14 of 16 meczów), while AmaZulu keeps a clean sheet in 41% (7 of 17 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - AmaZulu
Over / Under - Mamelodi Sundowns
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Mamelodi Sundowns is 10% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.59 pts / game - AmaZulu · 1.75 pts / game - Mamelodi Sundowns
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
AmaZulu - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 41% of games and wins 53%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Mamelodi Sundowns - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 44% of games and wins 63%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 100% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 2.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +4 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (5 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (8 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
AmaZulu
Mamelodi Sundowns
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Premier Soccer League).
Teams vs league
| AmaZulu | Liga | Mamelodi Sundowns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.06 | 1.93 | ▲ 2.13 |
| Both teams scored | • 35% | 36% | ▲ 44% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 24% | 28% | ▼ 25% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 41% | 38% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 71% | 61% | ▲ 69% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 76% | 68% | • 69% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from AmaZulu's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Mamelodi Sundowns. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns?
The Premier Soccer League match finished AmaZulu 0:1 Mamelodi Sundowns. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns?
AmaZulu score 1.12 goals per game on average and Mamelodi Sundowns 1.63. The Premier Soccer League average is 1.93 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 28% of games. Both teams score in 35% of AmaZulu's matches and 44% of Mamelodi Sundowns's.
What form are AmaZulu and Mamelodi Sundowns in?
Over the last 5 games AmaZulu have a 3-0-2 record (1.80 points per game) and Mamelodi Sundowns 4-1-0 (2.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.