With the second week of the Premiership season upon us, fans can look forward to a packed schedule of midweek action, featuring fierce rivalries, early-season statement matches and the first home outings for several clubs.
From KwaZulu-Natal’s derby drama to heavyweight clashes in Gauteng and crucial early tests for newly promoted sides, every point is already proving precious.
Here’s the full round-up of fixtures, complete with venues, kick-off times, predictions and betting odds.
Tuesday
Mamelodi Sundowns vs AmaZulu FC
Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria – Kick-off: 7.30pm
Sundowns will host AmaZulu FC on Tuesday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. The defending champions began their title defence with an unexpected 1-1 draw against Chippa United on Saturday.
Sundowns will be determined to return to winning ways at home. AmaZulu started their season on a high with a 1-0 win over debutants Orbit College, who put up a brave display. The visitors will be hard-pressed to prevent Sundowns from bouncing back, especially with the champions possibly rotating their squad ahead of an MTN8 fixture at the weekend.
Prediction: Mamelodi Sundowns 3-0 AmaZulu FC
Betting odds: Sundowns 1.30 | Draw 4.90 | AmaZulu 11.00
Marumo Gallants vs Orlando Pirates
Dr Rantlai Petrus Stadium, Bloemfontein – Kick-off: 7.30pm
Marumo Gallants will host Orlando Pirates on Tuesday at the Dr Rantlai Petrus Stadium in Bloemfontein. Despite being reduced to 10 players late in the first half, Gallants snatched a late winner to beat Richards Bay 2-1 in their opener.
Pirates, meanwhile, were stunned 1-0 at home by Sekhukhune United. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou will be under pressure to secure his first league win against his former club.
Prediction: Marumo Gallants 0-2 Orlando Pirates
Betting odds: Marumo Gallants 6.40 | Draw 3.50 | Orlando Pirates 1.59
Orbit College FC vs Siwelele FC
Dobsonville Stadium, Soweto – Kick-off: 7.30pm
In the battle of the newcomers, Orbit College host Siwelele on Tuesday evening at Dobsonville Stadium. Orbit put up a brave fight on debut but fell 1-0 to AmaZulu. Siwelele enjoyed a dream start with a 3-1 win over Golden Arrows — the best result of the PSL opening weekend. Leaning heavily on their SuperSport United connection, Siwelele could have the edge.
Prediction: Orbit College FC 1-1 Siwelele FC
Betting odds: Unavaliable
Wednesday
Golden Arrows vs Richards Bay
King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium, Durban – Kick-off: 7.30pm
This KwaZulu-Natal derby promises another fierce battle, with the Natal Rich Boys narrowly winning 1-0 the last time the two teams met, after a goalless first leg. Both sides will be eager to bounce back following defeats on the opening day of the league. Abafana Bes’thende head into the match as favourites, but they also face added pressure after a disappointing end to last season, where they again missed out on the top eight. Their recent 3-1 loss to newcomers Siwelele FC only intensifies the need for a strong performance in this important derby clash.
Prediction: 1-1 draw
Betting odds: Golden Arrows win 2.50 | Draw 2.60 | Richards Bay win 3.50
Kaizer Chiefs vs Polokwane City
FNB Stadium, Johannesburg – Kick-off: 7.30pm
Amakhosi are flying high after a perfect start to the 2025/26 season, securing a 2-0 victory over a resilient Stellenbosch FC in their opener. They now face Polokwane City, a team still searching for confidence following a slow start to their campaign. Returning home, Chiefs will aim to build on their momentum as they host Rise and Shine, who took four points off them last season. The Glamour Boys’ main struggle last season was inconsistency, and maintaining steady form remains their biggest test.
Prediction: Chiefs to win 1-0
Betting odds: Kaizer Chiefs win 1.83 | Draw 3.00 | Polokwane City win 5.20
Magesi FC vs Stellenbosch FC
Seshego Stadium, Pietersburg – Kick-off: 7.30pm
Last season, there wasn’t much to separate the two sides, even though Stellies appeared stronger on paper. Magesi made the Seshego Stadium a fortress, where many teams struggled, including the Cape Winelands side, who suffered a 1-0 defeat there. Still nursing the sting from their recent 2-0 loss to Chiefs, Stellies must recover quickly, especially as early signs indicate the battle for the top four will be fiercely contested this season. Magesi, meanwhile, will be fairly confident after their goalless draw against neighbours Polokwane City and will fancy their chances of pulling off an upset.
Prediction: Stellenbosch FC to win 1-0
Betting odds: Magesi FC win 5.00 | Draw 2.65 | Stellenbosch FC win 2.03
Sekhukhune United vs TS Galaxy
Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane – Kick-off: 7.30pm
In just over a week, these two sides will face off again following their thrilling MTN8 quarter-final, which saw Sekhukhune United edge a 3-2 victory in a five-goal spectacle. Babina Noko will host their first league match of the season, and, coming off a disappointing end to their last campaign that saw them miss out on continental competition, they have started this one with confidence, claiming a big scalp with a 1-0 away win over Orlando Pirates. The Rockets continue to battle off-field challenges, including difficulties registering new players, and arrive at this match after a 2-0 defeat to Durban City — putting them at risk of a third consecutive loss.
Prediction: Sekhukhune United to win 2-0
Betting odds: Sekhukhune United win 2.32 | Draw 2.70 | TS Galaxy win 3.65
Durban City vs Chippa United
Chatsworth Stadium, Durban – Kick-off: 7.30pm
Durban City host Chippa United on Wednesday at the Chatsworth Stadium. The newly promoted side began life in the Premiership with an impressive 2-0 win away to TS Galaxy. Chippa surprised champions Sundowns by holding them to a 1-1 draw, but the effort may have taken some of the steam out of their game ahead of this trip. City will start as slight favourites.
Prediction: Durban City 1-0 Chippa United
Betting odds: Unavaliable
