Kaizer Chiefs Return to Beautiful Dobsonville Stadium for Siwelele FC Test

Kaizer Chiefs have officially announced a major update to their upcoming Betway Premiership home fixture against Siwelele FC. The Glamour Boys confirmed that the match will no longer be played at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, with both the date and venue now changed.

The fixture, originally set for Saturday, 05 September 2026 at 20h00, has been rescheduled to Sunday, 06 September 2026. Kickoff will take place at 17h30 at Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto. This adjustment has sparked excitement among Soweto supporters, who will now see their team play closer to home.

For fans, the change represents more than just convenience. The move to Dobsonville Stadium strengthens Chiefs’ bond with their Soweto base, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere and easier access for the majority of their Gauteng supporters. The earlier kickoff time also makes the match more family-friendly, encouraging higher attendance.

Dobsonville Stadium, long associated with Moroka Swallows, is steeped in Soweto football culture. Its history and accessibility make it an ideal venue for Amakhosi’s clash against Siwelele, promising a lively and passionate crowd.

Chiefs’ return to Dobsonville is filled with nostalgia and pride. On 30 October 2025, the club extended heartfelt gratitude to the Dobsonville community and supporters across Soweto, Gauteng, and South Africa after the stadium was transformed into a fortress during their CAF Confederation Cup daytime clash against AS Simba. On that occasion, the Glamour Boys triumphed 3-1 in the second leg of the second preliminary round, securing their spot in the group stages. That was the last time Chiefs played at Dobsonville Stadium.

By returning to the same venue, Chiefs are not only reigniting memories of continental success but also giving fans a chance to recreate that fortress-like atmosphere. The Soweto crowd will be eager to replicate the energy that carried the team to victory in 2025.

Supporters who had planned to travel to Rustenburg will now need to adjust, but the new venue offers greater convenience. Chiefs have assured fans that existing tickets remain valid, with updated details to be communicated through official channels.

Ultimately, this fixture is more than a scheduling change. It is a symbolic homecoming to a stadium where Chiefs last celebrated continental triumph, and the Glamour Boys will be hoping Dobsonville once again proves to be a stage for success as they continue their Premiership campaign.