Preview:
Mamelodi Sundowns hosted Royal AM at the Premier League of South Africa on October 23, with the match kicking off at 18:30 UTC. Mamelodi Sundowns triumphed 2-1.
Sphelele Mkhulise opened the scoring in the 6th minute, followed by a goal from Khuliso Mudau to seal the win.
This marks another meeting between Mamelodi Sundowns (also known as M. Sundowns) and Royal AM, 6 months after their last encounter in the Premier League, where Sundowns won 0-2. Mamelodi Sundowns are in excellent form, having recently triumphed over teams like Golden Arrows Durban, Kaizer Chiefs, Marumo Gallants, and SuperSport United. With their winning streak intact, they’ll look to extend it with a victory over Royal AM.
Royal AM, on the other hand, are coming off a loss to Cape Town City in the League Cup on October 19 and have failed to win in their last five matches. They have struggled to score in their previous four games, so finding the back of the net will be crucial to securing a positive result.
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Line-Ups:
We are updating team formations and line-ups for Mamelodi Sundowns – Royal AM in real time.
Mamelodi Sundowns:
I. Ronwen Williams
II. Grant Kekana
III. Teboho Mokoena
IV. Mothobi Mvala
V. Divine Lunga
VI. Aubrey Modiba (substituted by Neo Maema on the 64th minute)
VII. Sphelele Mkhulise (substituted by Bathusi Aubaas on the 87th minute)
VIII. Khuliso Mudau (substituted by Zuko Mdunyelwa on the 87th minute)
IX. Thembinkosi Lorch (substituted by Siyabonga Mabena on the 64th minute)
X. Peter Shalulile
XI. Rushine De Reuck
Bench:
XII. Bathusi Aubaas
XIII. Denis Onyango
XIV. Kobamelo Kodisang
XV. Kutlwano Lethlaku
XVI. Siyabonga Mabena
XVII. Neo Maema
XVIII. Thapelo Maseko
XIX. Zuko Mdunyelwa
Royal AM:
I. Xolani Ngcobo
II. Thabo Matlaba
III. Kabelo Mahlasela
IV. Ayanda Jiyane
V. Zukile Mkhize (substituted by Hopewell Cele on the 84th minute)
VI. Khetukuthula Ndlovu (substituted by Mfundo Thikazi on the 15th minute)
VII. Ayabulela Maxwele
VIII. Smiso Gumede (substituted on the 59th minute)
IX. Sbusiso Magaqa (substituted by Mxolisi Macuphu on the 84th minute)
X. Sera Motebang
XI. Andile Mpisane
Bench:
XII. Hopewell Cele
XIII. Mxolisi Macuphu
XIV. Mondli Mpoto
XV. Siphesihle Msomi
XVI. Mfundo Thikazi
XVII. Bandile Dlamini
Referee:
The referee showed 4 yellow cards throughout the game. The players receiving yellow cards were:
I. Mothobi Mvala
II. Sbusiso Magaqa
III. Zukile Mkhize
Stats:
| Stat | Mamelodi Sundowns | Royal AM |
|---|---|---|
| Ball Possession | 74 | 26 |
| Expected Goals | 0 | 0 |
| Shots On Target | 3 | 4 |
| Total Attempts | 9 | 8 |
| Saves | 3 | 1 |
| Corners | 5 | 2 |
| Fouls | 9 | 4 |
| Free Kicks | 8 | 13 |
| Throw-Ins | 35 | 22 |
Head-to-head:
Mamelodi Sundowns and Royal AM have met 5 times since May 2022. Mamelodi Sundowns have won 5 times. The most recent match between them took place on May 14, 2024, at the Premier League of South Africa, where Mamelodi Sundowns won 0-2. Mamelodi Sundowns have scored 14 goals in these 5 head-to-head matches in total, while Royal AM have scored 3. So, overall, Mamelodi Sundowns have a better head-to-head record against Royal AM in their recent history.
| Date | Competition | Mamelodi Sundowns | Royal AM |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2024 | Premier League | 0-2 | |
| May 11, 2024 | Premier League | 1-0 | |
| Mar 14, 2023 | Premier League | 5-1 | |
| Oct 29, 2022 | Premier League | 0-3 | |
| May 23, 2022 | Premier League | 2-3 |
Recent Form:
Mamelodi Sundowns’ Recent Matches:
| Date | Result | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2024 | 5-0 Win | Golden Arrows Durban |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 1-2 Win | Kaizer Chiefs |
| Sep 24, 2024 | 4-1 Win | Marumo Gallants |
| Sep 21, 2024 | 4-0 Win | Mbabane Swallows |
| Sep 17, 2024 | 2-0 Win | SuperSport United |
| Sep 14, 2024 | 0-4 Win | Mbabane Swallows |
Royal AM’s Recent Matches:
| Date | Result | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2024 | 3-0 Loss | Cape Town City |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 0-0 Draw | Magesi |
| Sep 24, 2024 | 0-0 Draw | Richards Bay |
| Sep 21, 2024 | 0-0 Draw | SuperSport United |
| Sep 14, 2024 | 1-1 Draw | Cape Town City |
| May 25, 2024 | 1-2 Win | Moroka Swallows |