Lerumo Lions vs University of Pretoria preview and prediction
The match
Lerumo Lions host University of Pretoria in the 1st Division on Saturday 31 October, with kick-off at 14:30 (WAT). Lerumo Lions are 3rd with 20 points from 10 games (in the top four), while University of Pretoria sit 12th on 9 points (in the bottom half).
Form guide
Lerumo Lions's last 5: WWDLL Most recently they beat Leicesterfield 3–0 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.3 scored and 0.7 conceded.
University of Pretoria's last 5: LLWDD Most recently they lost to NWU FC 1–2 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.3 scored and 1.2 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.2 goals: 1.3 for Lerumo Lions and 0.9 for University of Pretoria. That points to a tight game – under 2.5 goals is 63% likely.
Betting angles
Win chances: Lerumo Lions 47%, draw 24%, University of Pretoria 29%.
Both teams to score: yes (52%) at 2.00.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 52% chance at odds of 2.00, above our fair price of 1.92, so there is value in it. Predicted score: Lerumo Lions 1–1 University of Pretoria. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Lerumo Lions47%fair 2.13 · @2.10
Draw24%fair 4.20 · @2.80
University of Pretoria29%fair 3.43 · @3.40
2.19Expected goals
1.27Lerumo Lions xG
0.92University of Pretoria xG
52%Both score
37%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–014%
1–113%
0–011%
0–110%
2–09%
2–18%
From our goals model: Lerumo Lions 1.3 – 0.9 University of Pretoria expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Every market, with fair odds
Market
Most likely
Chance
Fair odds
Bookmaker
Match result
Lerumo Lions to win✓
47%
2.13
2.10
Double chance
Either team to win✓
76%
1.31
1.36
Both teams to score
Both teams to score✓
52%
1.92
2.00
Over/under 1.5 goals
Over 1.5 goals✓
64%
1.56
–
Over/under 2.5 goals
Under 2.5 goals✗
63%
1.60
–
Over/under 3.5 goals
Under 3.5 goals✗
82%
1.22
–
Half-time result
Level at half-time✗
47%
2.12
–
Half-time / full-time
HT Lerumo Lions / FT Lerumo Lions✓
26%
3.87
–
Correct score
Correct score 1–0✗
14%
7.02
–
Form
Lerumo Lions – last 6
WWDLLW
24 Oct
@ Leicesterfield
3–0
W
16 Oct
@ Highbury
2–1
W
10 Oct
vs Hope FC
1–1
D
19 Sep
@ The Bees
0–1
L
12 Sep
vs Casric Stars
0–1
L
29 Aug
vs NWU FC
2–0
W
1.3Scored / game
0.7Conceded / game
33%Both scored
33%Over 2.5
University of Pretoria – last 6
LLWDDW
24 Oct
@ NWU FC
1–2
L
17 Oct
vs Hungry Lions
0–2
L
10 Oct
vs Leicesterfield
2–0
W
19 Sep
@ Upington City
3–3
D
12 Sep
vs Orbit College
0–0
D
5 Sep
@ Venda FC
2–0
W
1.3Scored / game
1.2Conceded / game
33%Both scored
33%Over 2.5
Head to head
No previous meetings on record between Lerumo Lions and University of Pretoria.
What is the prediction for Lerumo Lions vs University of Pretoria?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 52% chance, at bookmaker odds of 2.00.
Who will win Lerumo Lions vs University of Pretoria?
On our numbers Lerumo Lions have a 47% chance of winning, the draw 24% and University of Pretoria 29%.
How many goals will there be in Lerumo Lions vs University of Pretoria?
We expect about 2.2 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 37% likely and both teams score 52% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Lerumo Lions vs University of Pretoria?
Our predicted score is Lerumo Lions 1–1 University of Pretoria, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.2 goals in total.
When is Lerumo Lions vs University of Pretoria?
Lerumo Lions vs University of Pretoria (1st Division) kicks off on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 14:30 (West Africa Time).
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
