Fans urged to arrive early for Saturday’s Soweto Derby

Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs are set to clash in the Soweto Derby at FNB Stadium in Soweto on Saturday and fans are urged to arrive early, with public transport arrangements in place together with JMPD, SAPS and stadium management working together to ensure everyone’s safety and smooth traffic flow. Soweto Derby Head-to-Head Orlando Pirates have the recent-form advantage, while Kaizer Chiefs hold the historical edge. Who will come out on top in this one? Drop your prediction in the comments! https://t.co/F3dj6JkWs0 — SABC News (@SABCNews) October 29, 2026 The South African Police Service’s Major General Fred Kekana has advised fans to arrive well before kickoff to avoid congestion at the turnstiles. “T he tickets will be scanned 500 meters away even from the turnstile because in previous games this is where the blockages will come from. We made arrangements with R ea V aya bus, taxi organisations, B olt, U ber e-hailing services are available and G autrain is also available. W e request and urge our people to come in big number but using public transport.” VIDEO | Pirates, Chiefs to lock horns in Soweto derby, but first Carling Cup fixtures to be honored