Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will clash in the eagerly anticipated latest edition of the Soweto derby at FNB Stadium on Saturday, 28 February.
Here are all the match details for this blockbuster Betway Premiership encounter.
WHAT TIME IS KICK-OFF?
Kick-off is at 15:30 on Saturday, 28 February 2026.
The early weather forecast suggests a maximum of 23 degrees Celsius with some rain in the air.
It is a must-win encounter for both teams as they aim to keep their Betway Premiership title hopes alive.
WHERE CAN YOU WATCH?
The best place to experience the action is at FNB Stadium itself, where around 90 000 fans have secured their tickets.
However, for the millions of Amakhosi and Buccaneers supporters watching from home, there are several viewing options available.
The match will be broadcast live on SABC 1 (not available on OVHD). Also, it can also be streamed for free on sabc-plus.com.
A MUST-WIN ENCOUNTER
Orlando Pirates currently sit at the top of the Betway Premiership standings with 38 points from 17 matches.
However, they have endured a difficult last week, losing 2-1 to Mamelodi Sundowns at the FNB Stadium last Wednesday before suffering a shock Nedbank Cup exit to minnows Casric Stars, going down 5-4 on penalties.
As a result, the Buccaneers now lead defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns by just three points. The Brazilians have 35 points from their 16 matches to date.
Masandawana have a game in hand, which, should they win, they will draw level at the top of the table.
Given their recent league defeat and cup disappointments, Orlando Pirates will be desperate to return to winning ways.
Their supporters will demand a response, and a victory in the derby would restore momentum to their title challenge.
Oldest foes
They face their oldest foes, Kaizer Chiefs.
Their Soweto neighbours will be equally determined to keep their hopes alive in the title race.
Amakhosi recently suffered heartbreak after being eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup and were also knocked out of the Nedbank Cup following a 2-1 defeat to Stellenbosch FC in the first round.
At the time of publication, Kaizer Chiefs sit five points behind Mamelodi Sundowns and eight behind Orlando Pirates.
However, they have two games in hand over the Buccaneers and one over Masandawana.
Amakhosi face Stellenbosch FC in a crucial Betway Premiership encounter on Tuesday, 24 February at 19:30.
Orlando Pirates will not be in action until Saturday’s Soweto derby.
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