Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns: match statistics
Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Golden Arrows played against Mamelodi Sundowns in Premier Soccer League (South Africa). The game was played on September 6, 2026. Venue: King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Golden Arrows has 1 win, 3 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.50 points per game. Mamelodi Sundowns has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Golden Arrows scores 0.25 goals per game and allows 0.00. Mamelodi Sundowns scores 2.60 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.28 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 0% of Golden Arrows's games and 60% of Mamelodi Sundowns's. The Over 2.5 rates are 0% and 40%, compared with league averages of 44% for BTTS and 36% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Mamelodi Sundowns has the higher season xG average, 1.96 to 1.49 per game. Golden Arrows takes 11.5 shots per game, while Mamelodi Sundowns takes 16.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Golden Arrows leads at halftime in 0% of its games and scores 0.25 goals per game after halftime. Mamelodi Sundowns leads at halftime in 60% and scores 1.60 after halftime.
When the teams score
Golden Arrows's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (1 goals). For Mamelodi Sundowns, it is minutes 76-90+ (4 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier Soccer League games average 2.28 goals. Both teams score in 44% of games, and 36% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% 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 sit 2nd, remain unbeaten after 4 league matches and have scored 11 goals, while Golden Arrows have managed just 1 goal so far this season. The visitors are more effective away from home, averaging 2.0 goals per match with an xG of 1.79, whereas despite an xG of 1.61, the hosts score only 0.5 goals at home and have failed to score in 50% of such fixtures. Sundowns also generate more shots on average, 14.5 compared with 12.5, and enjoy greater possession, 71% to 59%. Golden Arrows’ main strength is their highly resilient home defense, having conceded no goals, although they allow opponents chances worth 1.05 xG, meaning a draw remains a realistic outcome. However, the visitors’ stronger run over their last five matches, with 3 wins and an average of 2.0 points per game compared with the hosts’ 1.6, gives Sundowns a slight but clear edge.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
Mamelodi Sundowns have very strong attacking credentials: they have averaged 2.2 goals per game over their last five matches, with an xG of 2.24, while Golden Arrows allowed opponents an xG of 2.09 during this period. However, the key obstacle to BTTS is the hosts’ attack, which scored just 0.8 goals per game in their last five fixtures, with BTTS landing in only 20% of those matches. Sundowns defended solidly over the same period, recording an average xG against of 0.86, despite conceding an average of 1.2 goals. The visitors’ 100% seasonal BTTS rate increases the chances of Golden Arrows finding the net, but the hosts kept a clean sheet in 50% of their matches, while the league average for BTTS is only 44%. The most likely scenario is therefore that Sundowns score, but at least one team finishes the match without scoring.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
The strongest pick is Over 1.5 goals, as the two-goal line has been surpassed in 100% of the teams’ previous meetings. Mamelodi Sundowns have averaged 2.2 goals over their last five matches, with an average xG of 2.24, while Golden Arrows have allowed opponents as much as 2.09 xG. The hosts have been less effective in attack, averaging 0.8 goals across their last five matches, but the visitors have failed to keep a clean sheet in any game this season, increasing the likelihood of them scoring. The projected total of 2.75 goals is above the league average of 2.35, but only 20% of Golden Arrows’ recent matches and 40% of Sundowns’ games produced Over 2.5 goals, so the 2.5 line does not offer the same clear edge.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The strongest scenario is Mamelodi Sundowns leading at the break and winning after the final whistle, as the visitors have won 60% of their last five matches, compared with just 40% for Golden Arrows. During this period, Sundowns averaged 2.2 goals per match, versus only 0.8 for the hosts, and took the lead before half-time in 60% of their games; Golden Arrows led at the break in just 20%. The visitors averaged 0.8 first-half goals, compared with 0.2 for the hosts, which significantly increases the likelihood of an early lead. After the break, Sundowns continue to show greater attacking potential, averaging 1.4 goals compared with Golden Arrows’ 0.6. The hosts’ seasonal home data is very strong, including an xG of 2.34 and 7.5 shots on target per match, but it comes from a very small sample, so the visitors’ current form carries greater weight.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats 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
| Golden Arrows | Mamelodi Sundowns | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 39% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.06 | 0.43 |
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 73% better for: last-5 form.
1.5 pts / game - Golden Arrows · 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 940% better for: goals scored per game.
0.25 goals / game - Golden Arrows · 2.6 goals / game - Mamelodi Sundowns
Golden Arrows scores in 25% of games (1 of 4 games), while Mamelodi Sundowns keeps a clean sheet in 40% (2 of 5 games).
Mamelodi Sundowns scores in 100% of games (5 of 5 games), while Golden Arrows keeps a clean sheet in 100% (4 of 4 games).
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 - Golden Arrows
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 120% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1 pts / game - Golden Arrows · 2.2 pts / game - Mamelodi Sundowns
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Golden Arrows - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Mamelodi Sundowns - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 60% of games and wins 80%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.6 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.50 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| 1 goal | 0% | 25% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 100% |
| No goal | 100% | 75% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.20 | 2.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 0% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +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 61-75 (1 goal). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (4 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - 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
Golden Arrows
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
| Golden Arrows | Liga | Mamelodi Sundowns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 0.25 | 2.28 | ▲ 3.60 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 0% | 44% | ▲ 60% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 0% | 36% | ▲ 40% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 100% | 38% | ▲ 40% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 0% | 56% | ▲ 80% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 25% | 67% | ▲ 100% |
^ 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.
Head-to-head
Record from Golden Arrows's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Mamelodi Sundowns. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns?
The Premier Soccer League match finished Golden Arrows 1:2 Mamelodi Sundowns. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Golden Arrows and Mamelodi Sundowns?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Golden Arrows won 1, Mamelodi Sundowns won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns?
Golden Arrows score 0.25 goals per game on average and Mamelodi Sundowns 2.60. The Premier Soccer League average is 2.28 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 36% of games. Both teams score in 0% of Golden Arrows's matches and 60% of Mamelodi Sundowns's.
What form are Golden Arrows and Mamelodi Sundowns in?
Over the last 5 games Golden Arrows have a 1-3-0 record (1.50 points per game) and Mamelodi Sundowns 4-1-0 (2.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Golden Arrows 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.