Preview:
On December 14, Golden Arrows vs Richards Bay in the Premier League of South Africa, with kickoff scheduled for 14:30 UTC.
The stage is set for an exciting clash as Golden Arrows Durban and Richards Bay face off, 8 months after their last Premier League meeting, which saw Golden Arrows claim a 2-1 victory. Golden Arrows come into this fixture in fine form, riding a three-match unbeaten streak with victories over Cape Town City and Royal AM. Before this encounter, they will face Orlando Pirates in a key match that could further test their form and squad resilience.
Richards Bay, on the other hand, has endured a challenging spell, entering this match after suffering five consecutive defeats to SuperSport United, AmaZulu Durban, Kaizer Chiefs, Magesi, and Orlando Pirates. Defensive frailties have been a concern, as they’ve failed to keep a clean sheet in these outings.
Key Players to Watch;
Golden Arrows Durban, under the guidance of Mabhuti Khenyeza, have relied on the clinical performances of Ryan Moon and Siyanda Mthanti. Moon, with three league goals, leads their scoring charts, while Mthanti has provided two crucial assists. Additional attacking depth comes from Themba Mantshiyane, Lungelo Nguse, and Knox Mutizwa, who have contributed with key offensive plays.
For Richards Bay, Brandon Truter’s side will look to Lwandile Mabuya and Yanela Mbuthuma to inspire a turnaround. Mbuthuma has netted two goals in the Premier League this season, making him their top scorer, while Mabuya leads the creative charts with two assists. Keegan Allan also remains a key figure in their attacking build-up.
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Line-Ups:
We are updating team formations and line-ups for Golden Arrows Durban vs. Richards Bay in real time. The starting line-ups will be announced closer to kick-off.
Last Line-Ups:
Golden Arrows Durban:
I. Edward Maova
II. Themba Mantshiyane
III. Gladwin Shitolo
IV. Keenan Phillips
V. Thokozani Lukhele
VI. Velemseni Ndwandwe
VII. Lungelo Dube
VIII. Angelo Van Rooi
IX. Nduduzo Sibiya
X. Ryan Moon
XI. Siyanda Mthanti
Richards Bay:
I. Jamal Salim
II. Nkosikhona Ndaba
III. Keegan Allan
IV. Simphiwe Fortune Mcineka
V. Siyabonga Dube
VI. Tlakusani Mthethwa
VII. Thabisa Ndelu
VIII. Lindokuhle Zikhali
IX. Langelihle Mhlongo
X. Thulani Gumede
XI. Yanela Mbuthuma
Head-to-Head:
Golden Arrows Durban and Richards Bay have faced each other four times since August 2022:
Date | Competition | Winner | Score |
---|---|---|---|
Mar 30, 2024 | Premier League | Golden Arrows Durban | 2 – 1 |
Aug 8, 2023 | Premier League | Golden Arrows Durban | 2 – 1 |
Apr 8, 2023 | Premier League | Golden Arrows Durban | 1 – 0 |
Aug 6, 2022 | Premier League | Richards Bay | 2 – 0 |
Golden Arrows Durban have outperformed Richards Bay, winning three of these encounters, while Richards Bay claimed victory once. Golden Arrows have scored five goals across these matches, compared to Richards Bay’s four.
Season Stats (Premier League)
Team | Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Golden Arrows Durban | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 9 |
Richards Bay | 10 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 11 |
Recent Form:
Golden Arrows Durban
Date | Opponent | Result |
---|---|---|
Nov 5, 2024 | Cape Town City | 3 – 1 |
Oct 28, 2024 | Royal AM | 2 – 0 |
Oct 21, 2024 | Stellenbosch | 0 – 0 |
Oct 7, 2024 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 1 – 2 |
Sep 30, 2024 | TS Galaxy | 0 – 1 |
Richards Bay
Date | Opponent | Result |
---|---|---|
Nov 3, 2024 | SuperSport United | 0 – 2 |
Oct 30, 2024 | AmaZulu Durban | 0 – 1 |
Oct 25, 2024 | Kaizer Chiefs | 0 – 3 |
Oct 18, 2024 | Magesi | 0 – 1 |
Oct 8, 2024 | Orlando Pirates | 0 – 2 |