The South African Football Association (SAFA) has approved the competition calendar for the 2025/26 football campaign.
A promising season packed with intriguing fixtures lies ahead, with Mamelodi Sundowns aiming to defend their Premier League title.
Kaizer Chiefs, who ended their trophy drought last term by securing the FA Cup title over Orlando Pirates will also be hoping to defend the trophy in the upcoming season.
Key features of the 2025/26 season include:
Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates will clash on Saturday, 1 November, with the return leg scheduled for Saturday, 31 January.
The Nedbank Cup kicks off on Saturday, 7 February 2026, starting with the Round of 32.
On 28 February 2026, Kaizer Chiefs will host Orlando Pirates.
The second Soweto Derby will take place on Saturday, 25 April 2026.
The 2026 Nedbank Cup final is set for Saturday, 2 May.
On 6 December, the League Playoff Final will be held, followed a week later by the League Cup Final.
The MTN8 final is scheduled for Saturday, 13 September.
The Betway Premiership season finale is on 23 May.
The PSL Promotion Playoffs kick off on 26 May and will run through to Saturday, 13 June 2026.
