Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns Preview & Prediction: Team News, H2H, Tips 2025
Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns Preview – Match Preview
Golden Arrows have lost their last three games. They began the season well with 7 points from their first 4 matches.
After a 2-1 win over Magesi, they lost 1-0 at home to Kaizer Chiefs after giving up 21 shots. Then they lost 2-1 at Polokwane City with 10 men, allowing 24 shots and 3.57 xG.
This past Saturday, they lost 1-0 at Sekhukhune United after conceding a last-minute goal and allowing 19 shots while taking only 7.
Sundowns looked strong in their most recent game. They are 2nd in the PSL table, with three draws from eight matches this season.
After a 0-0 draw at Kaizer Chiefs, they beat Stellenbosch 1-0 while allowing only two shots. They then beat Magesi 3-0 and drew 1-1 at Marumo Gallants after a quiet second half with just two shots on target in total.
On Saturday, the Brazilians beat Durban City 3-1, with 78% possession and 11 shots on target-a very good performance.
Match Details
| Teams | Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns |
| Competition | South Africa Premiership 2025 |
| Venue / Stadium | Princess Magogo Stadium, Durban, South Africa |
| Date & Time | 24 September 2025, 13:00 UTC |
Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns Team
Head-to-Head Overall
The two teams have played a total of 49 matches. Mamelodi Sundowns dominated with 28 wins, while Golden Arrows won 12, and 12 matches ended in draws.
The big point is that Golden Arrows have conceded 18 goals in their last 7 games against Mamelodi Sundowns.
| Match Player | Golden Arrows Win | Mamelodi Sundowns Win | Draw |
| 49 | 12 | 28 | 12 |
Head to Head (Since 2022-2025)
| Date (DD-MM-YYYY) | Competition | Home Tea, | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05-03-2025 | South African Premiership | Golden Arrows | 1-1 |
| 02-02-2025 | South African Premiership | Mamelodi Sundowns | 4-0 |
| 08-05-2024 | South African Premiership | Golden Arrows | 0-0 |
| 15-08-2023 | South African Premiership | Mamelodi Sundowns | 4-0 |
| 12-04-2023 | South African Premiership | Golden Arrows | 1-1 |
| 12-04-2022 | South African Premiership | Mamelodi Sundowns | 6-0 |
Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns Team Comparison
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Notable Performer (reason) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05-03-2025 | South African Premiership | Golden Arrows | 1-1 | Lucas Ribeiro Costa (Sundowns) – equaliser (pen) on 44′; Arrows scorer: Keenan Phillips |
| 02-02-2025 | South African Premiership | Mamelodi Sundowns | 4-0 | Peter Shalulile (Sundowns) – brace (65′, 80′); Ribeiro (44′ pen) & Mokoena (85′) also scored |
| 08-05-2024 | South African Premiership | Golden Arrows | 0-0 | Ronwen Williams (Sundowns) – clean sheet with key saves |
| 15-08-2023 | South African Premiership | Mamelodi Sundowns | 4-0 | Lesiba Nku (Sundowns) – brace; Shalulile & Kekana also scored |
| 12-04-2023 | South African Premiership | Golden Arrows | 1-1 | Sipho Mbule (Sundowns) – 73′ equaliser; Ryan Moon scored for Arrows |
| 12-04-2022 | South African Premiership | Mamelodi Sundowns | 6-0 | Peter Shalulile (Sundowns) – hat-trick in record win |
Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns Team News
Golden Arrows – Team News
- The referee suspended goalkeeper Xolani Ngcobo, so Thakasani Mbanjwa will start.
- Ivory Coast U20 captain Isaac Ismaël Cissé has joined and could start in midfield.
- Midfielder Lungelo Dube is likely out injured.
Mamelodi Sundowns – Team News
- Coach Miguel Cardoso may stick with a narrow 4-4-2 diamond.
- Centre-back Grant Kekana is still a doubt with an injury.
- Injury ruled out attacking midfielder Themba Zwane.
- Coach Cardoso expects teenager Kutlwano Letlhaku to keep his place in the attacking midfield role.
Golden Arrows vs Mamelodi Sundowns Match Prediction
Sundowns to win without conceding, scoring at least 2 goals.