Arrows battle Milford in KZN derby
Golden Arrows will battle KwaZulu-Natal newly promoted outfit Milford FC on Saturday in their first of two consecutive local derbies ahead of their last clash of the month against AmaZulu.
The two teams will be meeting for the first time in the Premier Soccer League; with both sides having already displayed a strong defensive mentality in the 2026/27 season.
Abafana Bes'thende currently occupy eighth position on the Betway Premiership table while Milford sits in fifth spot on the log.
Chippa face Kruger in lower table battle
The Chilli Boys will be seeking to break a four-match winless run when they host newly promoted Kruger United at Buffalo City Stadium in Gqeberha on Saturday.
Meanwhile, the Village Boys are seeking to end a run of three consecutive losses in the league.
A victory for Chippa may see them move into the top eight of the table while Kruger United can eclipse TS Galaxy into 11th spot.
The Chilli Boys boast a record of three wins from the last four league matches between the two teams.
Gallants seek United upset
Marumo Gallants will be looking to turn around their ailing 2026/27 campaign when they battle sixth-placed Sekhukhune United in their league clash at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday.
Bottom of the table Bahlabane Ba Ntwa are one of three teams other than Richards Bay [15th] and Gallants [16th] who are yet to win a Betway Premiership match this season.
The two teams played to two 1-1 draws during their league encounters last season.
Siwelele battle unpredictable Polokwane
Siwelele are looking for their first win of the season following seven fixtures despite recently suspending head coach Lehlohonolo Seema after a bad start to the 2026/27 season.
Meanwhile, Rise and Shine will target ending a five-match winless run in the league.
Stellenbosch FC coach Gavin Hunt believes his side can challenge for the Carling Knockout Cup despite their inconsistent start to the Betway Premiership season, pointing to the competition's history of producing unexpected winners.
TS Galaxy chairman Tim Sukazi has revealed that Kaizer Chiefs marketing and commercial director Jessica Motaung contacted him after the Rockets published a social media post poking fun at AmaKhosi following the Carling Knockout last-16 draw.
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he was pleased to be drawn at home for their Carling Knockout Cup Last 16 clash against a well-coached Milford FC side.
Milford coach Xanti Pupuma says his team have grown into their debut season in the South African top-flight since losing to Orlando Pirates on the first day of their campaign.
