An interesting fixture is on the cards as Sekhukhune United vs Diables Noirs go toe-to-toe with each other on Sunday. Which of these teams will emerge victorious after 90 minutes?
Sekhukhune United vs Diables Noirs probable lineups
This is how we believe these teams will line up for this clash:
Sekhukhune United
Goalkeeper: Ali Sangaré.
Defenders: Lebohang Mabotja, Daniel Cardoso, Ryan Baartman, Nyiko Mobbie.
Midfielders: Siphesihle Mkhize, Kamohelo Mokotjo, Craig Webber.
Strikers: Elias Mokwana, Chibuike Ohizu, Kamohelo Sithole.
Diables Noirs
Goalkeeper: Dhody Foutou.
Defenders: Alves Ngakosso-Oko, Freeman Niamathe, Janard Mbemba, Domi Massoumou.
Midfielders: Joel Mozeviko, Tejí Lutonadio, Hernest Malonga.
Strikers: Gloire Ngambali, Yann Ngaste, Jeremie Kalenda.
Sekhukhune United vs Diables Noirs confirmed lineups
*Lineups will be automatically updated shortly after they're released
Sekhukhune United vs Diables Noirs stats and predictions
It's important to point out that both teams lost their respective CAF Confederations Cup openers. While Sekhukhune United lost by two unreplied goals at RS Berkane, Diables Noirs suffered a 3-1 loss at home to Stade Malien.
With that in mind, this game is a must-win for both teams if they intend to advance to the next round. These are our predictions for Sekhukhune United vs Diables Noirs:
Prediction 1: Diables Noirs not to lose
Although Sekhukhune United are the favourites to win this match, their recent form doesn't inspire a lot of confidence. The hosts lost four of their last five matches, which prompted them to part ways with head coach Brandon Truter.
To be fair, Diables Noirs lost their opener last week. However, they were unbeaten in eight prior games, with five wins and three draws. We expect both teams to give everything they have to win this match. Taking everything into consideration, we don't think Diables Noirs will lose this game.
Prediction 2: BTTS – no
We've pointed out that Sekhukhune United lost four of their last five matches. Those recent struggles were due, in part, to their lack of goals. Lehlohonolo Seema's men did not score in four of their last five matches.
That said, Sekhukhune United's games have mostly been one-sided in goal-scoring terms; as both teams managed to score in just one of their last eight games. Considering Diables Noirs kept three clean sheets in their last four matches, we are fairly confident that one of these teams will not score.
Prediction 3: Less than three total goals
Our last Sekhukhune United vs Diables Noirs prediction is on the over/under goals market. Considering Sekhukhune United's struggles in front of goal, it's no surprise that they've been involved in a lot of low-scoring matches.
As a matter of fact, the hosts saw eight of their last nine games go below the 2.5 goal threshold. Similarly, three of Diables Noirs' last four matches featured less than three goals. On that note, this will likely be a low-scoring game.
🚨NEXT MATCH🚨
CAF Confederation Cup Fixture…⚽️
🆚 Diables Noirs (Congo- Brazzaville)
🏆 CAF Confederation Cup (Group Stages)
📆 Sunday, 3 December 2023
🏟New Peter Mokaba
⏰21:00 SAST
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Where to watch Sekhukhune United vs Diables Noirs live
Fans who reside in South Africa can catch all the action live on SABC 3, as well as the SABC Sports channel.
This article was most recently revised and updated 10 months ago
