AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As AmaZulu Durban prepare to host Mamelodi Sundowns on February 24, 2026, with kick-off at 18:30, this SOUTH AFRICA: Premier League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

AmaZulu Durban, currently 5th in the standings with 30 points from 17 games, are within reach of the top with 8 points behind. They've earned 18 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Mamelodi Sundowns, sitting 2nd with 35 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 16 points from 9 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between AmaZulu Durban and Mamelodi Sundowns have favored Mamelodi Sundowns, with Mamelodi Sundowns claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). Over the past few seasons, Mamelodi Sundowns have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Orlando Pirates, AmaZulu Durban recorded a 0-2 defeat while lining up in a 3-4-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Johnson, Mthethwa, Fielies, Allan, Hanamub, Bern, Ekstein, Radebe, Zungu, Ngwenya, Mbanjwa. The attacking setup pushed full-backs high, creating overloads in wide areas and stretching the opposition defense.

Mamelodi Sundowns's last outing came against Orlando Pirates, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 3-4-3 system. Their starting XI featured Williams, Ndamane, Kekana, Mudau , Modiba, Adams, Mokoena, Morena, Matthews, Leon, Santos. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Looking ahead, AmaZulu Durban are expected to maintain their unknown structure, AmaZulu Durban and Mamelodi Sundowns are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: AmaZulu Durban's fixtures have averaged 2.1 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. Mamelodi Sundowns's games average 2.3 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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