| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 23:8 | +15 | 23 | |
| 2 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 19:1 | +18 | 22 | |
| 3 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 12:8 | +4 | 19 | |
| 4 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 10:7 | +3 | 15 | |
| 5 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 13:8 | +5 | 14 | |
| 6 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 9:8 | +1 | 14 | |
| 7 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9:8 | +1 | 10 | |
| 8 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 3:4 | -1 | 8 | |
| 9 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 4:7 | -3 | 8 | |
| 10 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 5:7 | -2 | 7 | |
| 11 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 8:11 | -3 | 7 | |
| 12 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 4:12 | -8 | 7 | |
| 13 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7:12 | -5 | 6 | |
| 14 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7:13 | -6 | 6 | |
| 15 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 10:20 | -10 | 3 | |
| 16 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 6:15 | -9 | 2 |
The Orlando Pirates vs Durban City FC 2024 prediction points towards a comfortable home victory when the two sides meet in the Premier League on Sep 17 at 17:30. Based on the current form and league table positions, Orlando Pirates enter the match as the clear favorite with a high win probability, while Durban City FC 2024 face a tough challenge on the road.
Orlando Pirates are in exceptional form, having won four of their last five matches and drawn the other. Their recent results include a dominant 4-0 away win at Kruger United, a 2-0 home victory over Sekhukhune United, and a 3-0 away win at Chippa United. The only minor blemish was a 1-1 draw at AmaZulu, but they bounced back with a 2-0 home win against Milford. They have scored 12 goals in these five games and conceded just one, highlighting their strength at both ends of the pitch.
Durban City FC 2024 have been harder to beat than their league position suggests, with two wins and three draws in their last five outings. They secured a 2-1 away victory at Rukinzo in the CAF Confederation Cup, a 2-0 win at Kruger United, and draws against Stellenbosch, Richards Bay, and Lamontville Golden Arrows. However, three of those draws were goalless or low-scoring, indicating a solid defense but a lack of cutting edge in attack.
The head-to-head record is limited to two previous meetings, both in the Premier League. Orlando Pirates hold the advantage with one win and one draw. The most recent encounter, on May 16, 2026, ended in a 0-0 stalemate. Before that, on Nov 29, 2025, Orlando Pirates claimed a 2-0 away victory. Durban City FC 2024 are yet to score a goal against Orlando Pirates in competitive action.
Orlando Pirates sit 2nd in the Premier League table with 13 points from 5 matches, having won 4 and drawn 1. They boast the best defensive record in the division, conceding just 1 goal, while scoring 12. At home, they have a perfect record of 2 wins from 2 games, scoring 4 and conceding none. Durban City FC 2024 are in 9th place with 6 points from 5 games, recording 1 win, 3 draws, and 1 defeat. They have scored only 3 goals and conceded 2, reflecting their cautious approach.
Calculating the win probability from the available odds, team form, head-to-head record, and league standings, Orlando Pirates have a 72% chance of winning this match. The draw is rated at 21%, and a Durban City FC 2024 victory stands at just 7%. The odds heavily favor the home side, and their dominant form โ particularly their defensive solidity and goalscoring prowess โ makes them the most likely winner. Durban City FC 2024's resilience could earn them a point, but an away win appears highly unlikely based on the stats.
Bookmakers see Orlando Pirates as the overwhelming favorite. The best available odds for a home win are as low as 1.30, with some bookies offering 1.38. The draw is priced around 2.20 to 2.38, while an away win for Durban City FC 2024 can be backed at odds between 7.00 and 8.50. Based on the stats, the most probable outcome is a home win, likely with a clean sheet for Orlando Pirates given their defensive record and Durban City FC 2024's struggles in front of goal.