The countdown to the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season has officially begun after the Premier Soccer League (PSL) unveiled the opening weekend fixtures. Defending champions Orlando Pirates and rivals Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns have intriguing opening assignments.
Orlando Pirates will start their title defense against newly promoted Milford FC, while Kaizer Chiefs, under new head coach Fernando Da Cruz, will face Kruger United. Mamelodi Sundowns will take on Marumo Gallants as they aim to reclaim the title.
Other fixtures in the opening weekend include Golden Arrows versus Chippa United, Stellenbosch FC against AmaZulu, and Sekhukhune United hosting Durban City in an exciting start to the season.
Former Kaizer Chiefs co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef will lead Sekhukhune United and Durban City, respectively, in a clash that highlights the opening fixtures.
The opening round of matches will be followed by the MTN8 quarter-finals, ensuring a thrilling start to the South African football calendar.
