WATCH! The Indy Sports Show hosted by Zaahier Adams: The BIG ONE - It’s Soweto Derby time!
Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro and his Kaizer Chiefs counterpart, Nasreddine Nabi, go head-to-head in the Soweto Derby on Saturday. Photo: Itumeleng English Independent Newspapers
This weekend promises to be electric as the iconic rivalry reignites at the FNB Stadium, where Orlando Pirates will meet Kaizer Chiefs in the much-anticipated Soweto derby, the first of the Betway Premiership season. The match is set to kick off at 3:30 PM, drawing thousands of passionate football fans eager to witness the spectacle.
Independent Media captured the atmosphere at the Soweto derby media engagement held at the Soweto Theatre earlier this week. Host Zaahier Adams led discussions with esteemed football correspondents Mihlali Baleka and Matshelane Mamabolo, both of whom shared insightful commentary about the upcoming match that has become etched in South African sporting folklore.
As they reminisced about their favourite derby memories, the excitement was palpable. The fierce competition, extraordinary goals, and moments of sportsmanship encapsulate why this derby remains a key fixture in the South African sporting calendar. The correspondents speculated on which team might seize bragging rights in this year’s encounter. With rich histories and passionate followings, both teams are prepared to leave it all on the pitch.
Fans from all over the country will tune in, bringing communities together in celebration of their teams. As the day approaches, the anticipation only grows — who will emerge victorious and claim the pride of Soweto?