Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants: Carling Knockout 2025

Follow this Carling Knockout match Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants, 2025/26 League Cup, preview, lineups including starting xi, and results will be updated along with Live Streaming Links. The venue officialized for this game is Lucas Moripe Stadium on 4th October at 20:00 time in ZA .

Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants Preview

Mamelodi Sundowns and Marumo Gallants meet again just 16 days after their 1-1 draw in the Premier League. This time, they face off in the Carling Knockout 2025, with both sides eager to make progress in the tournament.

The Sundowns come into this match with confidence after beating Richards Bay last weekend. However, their defense has shown weakness lately, as they have conceded in their last four matches.

Marumo Gallants, meanwhile, are struggling. They lost to Siwelele in their last outing and have not won in their past seven matches. Their defense has been shaky, letting in goals in 16 consecutive games.

Starting Lineup For Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants Today

We will update official lineups just an hour before kick-off.

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Key Players to Watch

Mamelodi Sundowns

• Iqraam Rayners – The top scorer with 6 goals and 1 assist this season.

• Tashreeq Matthews – Creative playmaker leading with 4 assists.

• Marcelo Allende, Arthur Sales, Peter Shalulile – Provide extra firepower in attack.

Marumo Gallants

• Bheki Mabuza – Already scored 2 goals this season.

• Sekela Sithole – The team’s main creative spark with 1 assist.

• Simo Mbhele, Jaisen Clifford, Khumbulani Ncube – Important contributors in the attack.

Predicted Lineups

Mamelodi Sundowns (last match):

• Ronwen Williams
• Aubrey Modiba
• Mosa Lebusa
• Malibongwe Khoza
• Khuliso Mudau
• Bathusi Aubaas
• Marcelo Allende
• Arthur Sales
• Nuno Santos
• Tashreeq Matthews
• Iqraam Rayners

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Marumo Gallants (last match):

• Washington Arubi
• Lebohang Mabotja
• Mpho Chabatsane
• Sibusiso Sikhosana
• Katekani Mhlongo
• Teboho Motloung
• Siyabonga Nhlapho
• Sekela Sithole
• Bheki Mabuza
• Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo
• Daniel Msendami

AI Prediction

Our AI model gives Sundowns a clear advantage:

• Mamelodi Sundowns win – 63%

• Draw – 25%

• Marumo Gallants win – 12%

Live Streaming Link

You can Watch the match at: Link 1

Head-to-Head Record

The two clubs have met six times since March 2023:

• Sundowns have 5 wins.

• Marumo Gallants have 0 wins.

• The most recent game (Sep 17, 2025) ended 1-1.

Past Meetings:

• Sep 17, 2025 – Marumo Gallants 1-1 Mamelodi Sundowns

• Feb 19, 2025 – Marumo Gallants 1-3 Mamelodi Sundowns

• Nov 10, 2024 – Marumo Gallants 0-2 Mamelodi Sundowns

• Sep 24, 2024 – Sundowns 4-1 Marumo Gallants

• May 6, 2023 – Gallants 0-2 Sundowns

• Mar 2, 2023 – Gallants 1-3 Sundowns

Recent Form

Mamelodi Sundowns (last 20 matches):

• Wins: 10

• Draws: 6

• Losses: 4

Marumo Gallants (last 19 matches):

• Wins: 3

• Draws: 9

• Losses: 7

Mamelodi Sundowns are favorites, with their attack looking sharp and their head-to-head record showing dominance over Marumo Gallants. But in cup football, surprises are always possible. If Marumo Gallants want to stand a chance, they will need a strong defensive display and clinical finishing up front.