Betway Premiership: KZN derby headlines weekend action

AmaZulu FC v Siwelele FC

AmaZulu FC and Siwelele FC clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday as both sides look to strengthen their Betway Premiership positions.

Usuthu, sitting sixth, aim to rebound from their home loss to Polokwane City and reassert their strong Durban form.

Arthur Zwane's men have been inconsistent but dangerous, scoring freely while conceding too easily.

Siwelele, 10th on the table, arrive with growing confidence after extending their unbeaten run to four matches, including a statement win over Stellenbosch.

Despite mixed away results, Lehlohonolo Seema's side is improving steadily. With both teams eyeing upward movement, a tense, high-stakes encounter awaits.

Marumo Gallants v Sekhukhune United

Sekhukhune United visit Marumo Gallants at the Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium on Saturday in a clash shaped by contrasting momentum.

Babina Noko, brilliant early in the season with six wins from seven, have stalled badly and are winless in their last four matches, including two away defeats.

Victory, however, could still lift them to second place with the league's giants inactive.

Gallants, despite inconsistent league form, are buzzing after reaching the Carling Knockout final and will look to extend that surge. Having already beaten Sundowns in the cup, they pose a real threat, making this an intriguing, high-stakes encounter.

Durban City v Richards Bay FC

Richards Bay and Durban City renew their growing rivalry on Sunday at the uMhlathuze Sports Complex in a Betway Premiership clash fuelled by recent history and simmering revenge.

Bay's Carling Knockout victory last month gives them a mental edge, but league form tells a tougher story for the 11th-placed hosts, who have managed just one win in five and continue to battle defensive lapses.

City, sitting seventh with 18 points, arrive seeking payback and carrying the confidence of a more stable backline.

With local pride and crucial mid-table momentum at stake, a tightly contested, emotionally charged derby is expected.

TS Galaxy vs Golden Arrows

TS Galaxy host Lamontville Golden Arrows on Sunday at Mbombela Stadium in a crucial mid-table Betway Premiership clash.

Both sides are level on points, with Galaxy in eighth and Arrows ninth, making this a battle for a top-eight foothold. Galaxy aim to bounce back from a 1-0 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns, buoyed by a strong home record against Arrows, winning four of their last five encounters.

Golden Arrows arrive off the back of a Carling Knockout semi-final exit and poor away form, remaining winless in five road games.

Expect a tense, closely contested duel with high stakes for both sides.