The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has officially unveiled the 2026/27 season calendar and the full Betway Premiership fixtures following the conclusion of the 2025/26 PSL Awards on Monday evening.
The new Betway Premiership campaign will officially kick off on 01–02 August 2026 before concluding on Saturday, 22 May 2027, promising another thrilling season of South African top-flight football.
Orlando Pirates Begin Title Defence at Home
Defending league champions Orlando Pirates will launch the defence of their Betway Premiership crown when they welcome newly promoted Milford FC to Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday, 01 August 2026.
Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00, with Jose Riveiro’s successors looking to make a winning start after lifting the league title last season.
A further six league fixtures will be played during the opening weekend as clubs begin their quest for domestic glory.
Alternative Venues Confirmed
The PSL has also confirmed that several clubs will host matches at alternative venues during the opening stages of the season due to venue availability challenges in parts of South Africa.
Supporters are advised to follow their respective clubs and the PSL for venue updates throughout the campaign.
2026/27 Domestic Cup Calendar
The domestic cup competitions have also been confirmed:
- MTN8: 08 August – 10 October 2026
- Motsepe Foundation Championship: Begins 21 August 2026
- Carling Knockout: 24 October – 09 December 2026
- Nedbank Cup: 27 January – 01 May 2027
- Promotion Play-offs: 23 May – 09 June 2027
The packed football calendar ensures another action-filled campaign across South African football.
Biggest Betway Premiership Fixtures
Several blockbuster fixtures headline the 2026/27 season.
Soweto Derby
- Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs — 31 October 2026
- Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates — 13 March 2027
Sundowns vs Pirates
- 09 January 2027
- 24 April 2027
Kaizer Chiefs vs Mamelodi Sundowns
- 15 August 2026
- 06 February 2027
Limpopo Derby
- Polokwane City vs Sekhukhune United — 15 August 2026
- Sekhukhune United vs Polokwane City — 06 March 2027
eThekwini Derby
- Golden Arrows vs AmaZulu FC — 31 October 2026
- AmaZulu FC vs Golden Arrows — 27 February 2027
uMhlathuze Derby
- Milford FC vs Richards Bay FC — 13 September 2026
- Richards Bay FC vs Milford FC — 24 April 2027
Mpumalanga Derby
- Kruger United vs TS Galaxy FC — 13 September 2026
- TS Galaxy FC vs Kruger United — 17 April 2027
Free State Derby
- Siwelele FC vs Marumo Gallants — 30 October 2026
- Marumo Gallants vs Siwelele FC — 09 May 2027
Stellenbosch FC vs Chippa United
- 30 October 2026
- 08 May 2027
A Season Packed with High-Stakes Football
With the release of the full fixture list, supporters can begin planning for another exciting Betway Premiership campaign featuring fierce rivalries, title-deciding clashes, and intense battles for continental qualification and survival.
The Soweto Derby remains the standout attraction, while encounters involving Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Kaizer Chiefs are expected to play a decisive role in determining the destination of the 2026/27 league title.
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