Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates: Soweto derby tickets sell out online in two hours
General view of the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, where the Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will be played.
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Tickets sold online for this month’s Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates on February 28 sold out within two hours of going on sale, underlining the renewed excitement surrounding South African football’s most iconic fixture.
Chiefs announced on Tuesday morning that tickets had been made available on My Ticket, Shoprite, Checkers, with all categories – including general admission and family zone packages – snapped up rapidly by supporters. Prices ranged from R120 to R320.
Tickets are still available at Shoprite and Checkers.
The swift sell-out comes amid heightened anticipation around the fixture, with both Chiefs and Pirates firmly involved in the Betway Premiership title race for the first time in several seasons. The two Soweto giants are currently challenging reigning champions Mamelodi Sundowns, adding extra significance to a derby that has already long transcended football.
In recent years, the Soweto derby has often been played against the backdrop of rebuilding phases and inconsistent league form for both clubs. This season, however, renewed competitiveness has reignited belief among supporters, reflected in the speed with which tickets were sold.
The derby remains one of the biggest sporting events on the continent, regularly drawing sell-out crowds and millions of television viewers across Africa. Its cultural importance extends beyond the pitch, symbolising pride, identity and rivalry that spans generations.
With both teams chasing silverware and league momentum, this month’s clash is expected to be one of the most intense in recent memory.
As the title race tightens, the sold-out derby stands as a clear sign that South African football’s biggest rivalry is once again matching its historic stature.
IOL Sport