Tickets for South Africa’s biggest league clash and arguably the biggest rivalry match in the Southern African region at the moment, are now on sale.
The blockbuster Soweto Derby is scheduled for February 28.
This represents massive and effective marketing of the Betway Premiership, helping to build early hype and anticipation around the fixture.
In contrast, Zimbabwe’s biggest match of the season, set to be played over the weekend of March 13-15, will most likely see tickets sold on the day, as has often been the case, resulting in unnecessary congestion and confusion at the gates.
This was evident during the last meeting between the two teams at Barbourfields Stadium, where tickets were reportedly sold out before half-time while fans were still queuing outside the venue.
In that particular match, it appeared all gates had run dry.
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The Premier Soccer League (PSL) reportedly had to activate a Plan B, sourcing additional tickets from their Bulawayo offices.
These are issues that need urgent attention ahead of the upcoming season especially during big matches.
There is a lot we can learn from our neighbours and other developing leagues if our domestic game is to improve.
Some reforms simply require firm implementation.
We are now in 2026.
Match tickets must be sold in advance. It is time to fully embrace technology.