Kaizer Chiefs will look to return to winning ways when they face Golden Arrows in a Betway Premiership clash on Sunday, 20 September.
The Glamour Boys have made an unbeaten start to the campaign but have seen three of their opening six matches end in draws.
Fernando Da Cruz’s side will therefore be looking to turn their recent points accumulation into victories when they travel to face an Arrows team that has also proved difficult to beat.
Kaizer Chiefs still unbeaten
Chiefs remain unbeaten after six league outings, recording three wins and three draws.
Their latest result was a 1-1 draw against Polokwane City, with Lebo Maboe getting on the scoresheet after being set up by Pule Mmodi.
While draws against strong opposition can provide valuable points, Da Cruz will know that Chiefs need to start converting more of those matches into victories if they are to remain firmly involved near the top of the standings.
Chiefs have also drawn away to Richards Bay and shared the points with Mamelodi Sundowns at home.
Those results have helped keep the Soweto giants in contention, but another dropped two points against Golden Arrows could increase the pressure to produce a win.
Chiefs remain in touch with the leaders
The early Betway Premiership table remains tightly contested behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.
Sundowns currently lead the standings with 20 points from eight matches.
Orlando Pirates are second on 13 points but have three matches in hand on the Brazilians. AmaZulu are also on 13 points after six matches, while Chiefs occupy fourth place with 12 points from their opening six fixtures.
That makes the Arrows encounter another important opportunity for Chiefs to close the gap on the teams above them.
Golden Arrows could make life difficult
Golden Arrows have also enjoyed a solid start in terms of their ability to avoid defeat.
The Durban-based side have drawn four of their opening six matches, demonstrating their resilience while also highlighting a lack of wins.
That record could make Sunday’s fixture a frustrating one for Chiefs.
Arrows have shown that they are capable of making matches difficult for their opponents, and Chiefs may need patience and greater attacking efficiency if they are to break through.
The Glamour Boys will also be aware that another draw would leave them with four stalemates from their first seven league matches.
Pirates have their own league assignment
While Chiefs prepare for Sunday’s encounter, defending champions Orlando Pirates have a Thursday night league fixture to negotiate.
The Buccaneers recently returned to domestic action after their CAF Champions League qualifying assignment against La Cure Waves FC.
Pirates recovered from conceding first to claim a 3-1 victory, with Kabelo Kgositsile, Kamohelo Sebelebele and Yanela Mbuthuma finding the net.
Mbuthuma has been particularly impressive recently, with the 24-year-old scoring in each of his last three appearances.
Pirates will face Durban City on Thursday, 17 September, with kick-off scheduled for 19:30.
Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs: Match details
Fixture: Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs
Competition: Betway Premiership
Date: Sunday, 20 September 2026
Kick-off: 15:00
Venue: Golden Arrows home ground
With both sides having shown an ability to avoid defeat, Sunday’s match could come down to which team is able to make the most of its chances.
For Chiefs, the objective will be clear: maintain their unbeaten record while turning another difficult fixture into three points.
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