Under the guidance of head coach Nasreddine Nabi, Kaizer Chiefs have another opportunity to reclaim the glory days after a frustrating and inconsistent previous season.
Early momentum will be crucial for a team under pressure to deliver. The first five fixtures offer a mixture of tough away days and key home opportunities. How well Kaizer Chiefs handle this opening stretch could set the tone for the rest of their campaign.
Here’s a closer look at Kaizer Chiefs’ first five fixtures of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season…
KAIZER CHIEFS’ 2025/2026 BETWAY PREMIERSHIP OPENING FIXTURES
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10 August: Stellenbosch (Away)
Amakhosi begin their season on the road against Stellenbosch at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town. Stellies have developed into a competitive side, especially at home, and Steve Barker’s side will ask big questions of Kaizer Chiefs.
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13 August: Polokwane City (Home)
Just three days later, AmaKhosi will play their first home game against Polokwane City. It’s an important fixture to gain confidence in front of the home fans, and one where maximum points will be expected.
19 August: Richards Bay (Home)
Ronnie Gabriel, who recently replaced Brandon Truter as head coach of Richards Bay, will offer a fresh tactical approach to the Natal Rich Boyz. Kazer Chiefs will look to take advantage of any transitional struggles from the visitors, especially with home advantage.
27 August: Mamelodi Sundowns (Away)
Arguably the biggest test of the month. Kaizer Chiefs will head to Loftus Versfeld to take on the champions Sundowns. These blockbuster encounters are more than just three points—they’re a measure of title credentials. A strong performance here could send a message to the rest of the league.
30 August: Golden Arrows (Away)
Kaizer Chiefs will close out August with another road trip, this time to Durban to face Golden Arrows. Always tricky on home soil, Arrows have a reputation for upsetting the traditional giants. Amakhosi will need to show mental and physical resilience to end the month on a high.
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