Orlando Pirates defeated Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 in the 186th Soweto Derby at a sold-out FNB Stadium in Nasrec, Johannesburg, on Saturday, 31 October 2026. Goals from Yanela Mbuthuma and Tshepang Moremi secured the Betway Premiership victory, while Pule Mmodi scored Chiefs’ only goal. The result sent Pirates to the top of the league standings, with both coaches reflecting on missed opportunities and tactical decisions that shaped the encounter.
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Arsenal legend Thierry Henry will attend the Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on Saturday, 31 October 2026. Sports betting company Betway announced that the former French international, who serves as its brand ambassador, will visit South Africa for the Betway Premiership fixture and meet supporters during the occasion. His appearance coincides with the Premier Soccer League’s 30th anniversary celebrations, adding an international presence to one of the country’s most recognised football rivalries.
Kaizer Chiefs secured a 3-0 victory over TS Galaxy in the Carling Knockout Round of 16 at FNB Stadium in Nasrec on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, with Wandile Duba scoring all three goals to send Amakhosi into the quarterfinals. The victory ended Chiefs’ four match winless run in domestic football and provided a timely confidence boost ahead of Saturday’s Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates. Head coach Fernando Da Cruz credited the team’s improved efficiency in front of goal, while Duba revealed that social media exchanges with TS Galaxy had motivated the players before the encounter.
Mamelodi Sundowns returned to winning ways on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, defeating Marumo Gallants 1-0 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria to secure a place in the Carling Knockout Cup quarter-finals. Siyanda Ndlovu scored the decisive goal in the 20th minute after receiving a pass from Iqraam Rayners, giving the Tshwane club a much-needed victory following its recent CAF Champions League elimination. The result keeps Sundowns in contention for domestic silverware and provides head coach Miguel Cardoso with a positive response after a difficult period for the club.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has urged his players to remain focused after defeating Orlando Pirates 2 to 0 in the MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday, 10 October 2026. Goals from Teboho Mokoena and Iqraam Rayners secured the trophy for the Tshwane club, giving Sundowns their second title of the 2026/27 season. Despite the victory, Cardoso warned that upcoming CAF Champions League, Carling Knockout and Betway Premiership commitments would require the team to maintain its discipline.
Bafana Bafana opened their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2 to 1 victory over Guinea at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Saturday, 26 September 2026. Goals from Ime Okon and substitute Samukele Kabini secured three points in Pitso Mosimane’s first match since returning as national team coach. The result puts South Africa at the top of Group D ahead of their next qualifier against Eritrea in Cairo on Wednesday, 30 September.
South African sports supporters have a full weekend of football, rugby and cricket from Friday, 25 September to Sunday, 27 September 2026, with three major fixtures taking place in Gauteng. Bafana Bafana host Guinea in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at Orlando Stadium on Saturday, while the Lions face Leinster in Johannesburg on the same day. On Sunday, the Proteas meet Australia in the second One Day International at the Wanderers, which will also host Cricket South Africa’s annual Pink Day fixture
Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Midrand will host South Africa’s first international 24 hour motor race from 8 to 10 January 2027 after endurance racing organiser Creventic moved its scheduled Dubai event to Gauteng. The organiser confirmed the change on 18 September 2026, citing uncertainty in the Gulf region and its effect on transport planning and logistics costs. The event, officially named Michelin 24H Kyalami, will bring the Michelin 24H Series to Africa for the first time and return international endurance competition to the circuit after its previous event in 2023.
Australia’s cricket team is due to arrive in South Africa on Monday, 21 September 2026, ahead of a six match tour featuring three One Day Internationals and three Test matches against the Proteas. The ODI series begins in Durban on 24 September, with Johannesburg hosting the second match at the Wanderers on Sunday, 27 September. The Test series starts on 9 October and runs until 31 October, giving Gauteng cricket supporters a home fixture during the limited overs series before the teams move on to the longer format.
Kaizer Chiefs were held to a 0 to 0 draw by Golden Arrows at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga on Sunday, 20 September 2026, after Lebohang Maboe failed to convert a first half penalty. Golden Arrows goalkeeper Thakasani Mbanjwa saved the spot kick, while Chiefs goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner made an important save at the other end. The result leaves Amakhosi unbeaten in the Betway Premiership after seven matches but with four draws, as the Johannesburg club heads into the international break with 13 points