Sekhukhune vs Royal AM Prediction: A low scoring encounter

Sekhukhune and Royal AM are set to face each other in the upcoming round 20 South Africa Premier League clash at Peter Mokaba Stadium. With just two points separating them in the league standings, both teams will approach the match with confidence, aiming to capitalize on their opportunities.

Sekhukhune United aims to build on their recent success, having secured a 0-1 victory against Golden Arrows in the Premier Division, with Elias Mokwana (90') as the sole scorer. The team's recent performances highlight a solid defense for Sekhukhune United, as they have been tight at the back, conceding only 4 goals in their last 6 matches. Presently occupying the 8th spot in the league standings, Sekhukhune has accumulated 24 points from 17 matches in the current season.

Royal AM enters the upcoming match on the back of a 1-2 victory against Richards Bay in the Premier Division. In that game, Royal AM held 51% possession, attempted 10 shots on goal, with 3 on target. Conversely, Richards Bay had 11 shots on goal, hitting the target 4 times. Over their last 6 matches, Royal AM has scored a total of 7 goals, averaging 1.17 goals per game. However, the recent victory against Richards Bay stands as their only win in this period, with two draws and two defeats in the remaining matches.

Sekhukhune and Royal AM find themselves closely matched in the Premier League standings. The hosts currently sit in eighth place with 24 points, while their opponents are in 12th place with 22 points. The upcoming clash presents compelling arguments for both sides, making it a cautious task to pick a clear winner. Given the strong defensive performances of both teams, a goalless stalemate is the chosen prediction.