This week, the Betway Premiership has midweek action, with a full slate of matches on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Tuesday’s contests saw a big 3-1 for Sekhukhune United away at Kaizer Chiefs as they moved to the top of the log with 16 points from six games. There were also wins for Burban City over Siewelele and Chippa United over Orbit College.
Those results mean that Mamelodi Sundowns will have to win in Bloemfontein over Marumo Gallants to reclaim top spot, albeit having played a game more than Babina Noko.
Marumo Gallants VS Mamelodi Sundowns Venue: Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium, Bloemfontein
Marumo Gallants VS Mamelodi Sundowns Date: Wednesday, September 17
Marumo Gallants VS Mamelodi Sundowns Odds:
History
This is a match in which the hosts are heavy outsiders. Sundowns are second on the log with 14 points and are unbeaten this season in Betway Premiership play. They have won five and drawn two in the 2025-26 season, winning four of their last five matches and two in a row coming into this one.
Marumo Gallants have had a decent start to the season themselves. They are a respectable eighth on the log, with seven points from five games. They need to find their early-season form, with their two wins coming in the campaign’s first two weeks. They are coming into this one on the back of just one point out of their last possible nine, but they managed a draw last time.
Marumo Gallants
Gallants will look at one aspect: their home form has been good. They have one win and one draw on home soil, and they hope to defend the Highveld against Sundowns on Wednesday night.
Captain Washington Arubi can expect to have a big day. The Zimbabwean international is an outstanding shot stopper, and his distribution from the back will be important if Gallants have any hope of controlling the pace of the game against a Sundowns team that will work hard in its press.
Mamelodi Sundowns
Sundowns haven’t just been winning games but have been dominant this season. They have scored nine goals in six matches, but their single goal conceded really stands out. It is easy to win football matches when you don’t allow the other team to score, something the Brazilians have invested in so far this campaign.
Based on their resolute defense and attacking options, they should be able to control the game’s tempo here. It might also be the first time we see Katlego Ntsabeleng in the yellow, following his August loan signing from FC Dallas in MLS.
Best Bets
On Wednesday, the Brazilians put their unbeaten away record against the Gallants’ unbeaten home streak. Sundowns have picked up eight points on their travels, and the last time these two played, they were convincing 3-1 winners. Sundowns have won every one of the previous five meetings between these two in all comps, with a combined total score of 14-3 in their favor.
I expect their form to continue, with a 2-0 away win looking great value as it pays 23/5.
