Kaizer Chiefs’ Betway Premiership match against Lamontville Golden Arrows has been moved from Durban to Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, with the fixture now scheduled for 20 September 2026. The match was initially set for 19 September at King Zwelithini Stadium, but Golden Arrows said it had been unable to secure a suitable alternative venue in Durban.
The change affects supporters planning to attend the fixture, particularly those who had expected the match to be played in KwaZulu Natal. Ticketing information for the relocated game has not yet been announced.
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Kaizer Chiefs Fixture Moves to Mbombela Stadium
Golden Arrows confirmed that the fixture had to be moved after efforts to secure another suitable Durban venue were unsuccessful.
According to the club, it considered available options before deciding that the match would have to be relocated.
“The match therefore had to be relocated due to circumstances beyond the club’s control,” Golden Arrows said in a statement.
The club acknowledged that the fixture was expected to attract significant interest and apologised to supporters in Durban and surrounding areas who had planned to attend.
The venue change also means the match moves by one day. Instead of taking place on Saturday, 19 September, the teams will meet on Sunday, 20 September 2026 at Mbombela Stadium.
Ticket Information Still To Be Announced
Kaizer Chiefs subsequently confirmed the fixture change and said supporters would receive further information once ticketing arrangements were finalised.
“The hosts Golden Arrows will announce ticketing information in due course, and Kaizer Chiefs will communicate these details once they are made available,” Chiefs said.
Supporters intending to travel to Mbombela will therefore need to wait for official confirmation on ticket sales and related match arrangements.
Neither club had announced ticketing details for the relocated fixture at the time of the confirmation.
Fans should rely on official communications from Golden Arrows and Kaizer Chiefs for updates, particularly because the venue and date have both changed from the original schedule.
Chiefs Face Polokwane City Before Golden Arrows
Kaizer Chiefs still have another league assignment before travelling to Mpumalanga.
Amakhosi are scheduled to face Polokwane City at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday, before turning their attention to the Golden Arrows fixture.
The two matches form part of a busy Betway Premiership schedule for Chiefs as they attempt to maintain their position among the teams competing near the top of the league.
Chiefs wing back Dillan Solomons said the team needs to concentrate on its own performances rather than become distracted by the results of rivals Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.
“For us obviously it is about staying the course, doing what we need to do, and doing it our way,” Solomons said.
Solomons says Chiefs Must Focus on Their Own Results
Chiefs are competing in a league where results involving Pirates and Sundowns can influence the broader standings, but Solomons said Amakhosi cannot control what happens elsewhere.
He acknowledged that players watch matches involving their rivals but said Chiefs must remain focused on what they can achieve themselves.
“You can’t be focusing on what other teams do,” Solomons said.
The defender also pointed to the demanding schedule facing the leading clubs as the season progresses.
“We all have a very tight schedule coming up to the close of the year,” he said.
For Chiefs, that schedule now includes additional travel to Mpumalanga following the relocation of the Golden Arrows fixture.
What Supporters Need to Know About the Fixture Change
The confirmed changes mean supporters should update any plans based on the original Durban fixture.
The key match details are:
- Fixture: Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs
- Competition: Betway Premiership
- New date: 20 September 2026
- New venue: Mbombela Stadium
- Location: Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
- Original date: 19 September 2026
- Original venue: King Zwelithini Stadium, Durban
- Tickets: Details still to be announced by Golden Arrows
The fixture remains an away match for Kaizer Chiefs, with Golden Arrows serving as the host club despite the move away from Durban.
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
The relocation is particularly relevant to Gauteng based Kaizer Chiefs supporters who may be considering travelling to the match.
Instead of travelling to Durban, supporters attending the game will now need to make plans for Mbombela in Mpumalanga.
The change in date from 19 to 20 September is also important for supporters who had already made arrangements around the original Saturday fixture.
Fans should wait for confirmed ticketing information before finalising attendance plans. Golden Arrows will announce the ticket arrangements, with Kaizer Chiefs expected to share the information through its own channels once available.
For supporters watching from Gauteng rather than travelling, the fixture itself remains part of Chiefs’ Betway Premiership campaign, but the revised date should be noted when planning to follow the game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will Kaizer Chiefs play Golden Arrows?
The Betway Premiership fixture will now take place at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.
When is the Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs match?
The match is scheduled for 20 September 2026. It was originally due to take place on 19 September.
Why was the Kaizer Chiefs match moved?
Golden Arrows said it explored available options but could not secure a suitable alternative venue in Durban. The club said the relocation was required because of circumstances beyond its control.
Where was the match originally going to be played?
The fixture was originally scheduled for King Zwelithini Stadium in Durban.
Are tickets available for Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs?
Ticketing information had not yet been announced when the venue change was confirmed. Golden Arrows is expected to release the details, with Kaizer Chiefs saying it will communicate the information once available.
Chiefs Supporters Await Ticket Details
Kaizer Chiefs supporters now have confirmed information on when and where Amakhosi will face Golden Arrows, but ticketing arrangements remain outstanding.
The Betway Premiership encounter will take place at Mbombela Stadium on 20 September, one day later and in a different province from the original fixture.
Golden Arrows said the move followed unsuccessful efforts to secure a suitable alternative venue in Durban. Supporters planning to attend should now monitor official club communications for ticket information before making final travel arrangements.
