Soweto Derby: Thierry Henry to be present at the derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates!

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Soweto Derby: Thierry Henry to be present at the derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates!

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31.10.26 09:30 South African Betway Premiership

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Thierry Henry, the Arsenal legend and global ambassador for Betway, is poised to take in one of South African football's marquee events, as Betway is bringing the French icon to the Soweto Derby at FNB Stadium this Saturday.

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How will Thierry Henry come to South Africa?

The Betway Premiership fixture, which has been highly anticipated, will additionally serve as part of the celebrations commemorating 30 years of the PSL, while also offering supporters an opportunity to participate through Betway's S'bonise and Win campaign.

As Betway announced, Henry will be present among the fans at FNB Stadium as the Soweto giants go head-to-head in one of South Africa's most celebrated sporting rivalries. During his visit, he will also meet and present the prize to the winner of Betway's S'bonise and Win campaign, which celebrates supporters who proudly display their team spirit through their colours and regalia, with Betway account holders eligible to win up to R30,000 in cash.

His appearance coincides with the Premier Soccer League's celebration of three decades of South African football through its '96 to '26 commemorative campaign, adding another layer of significance to one of the standout fixtures on the 2026/27 Betway Premiership calendar.

𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗥𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗕𝗬 Betway have announced that football legend and it's brand ambassador Thierry Henry will be at FNB Stadium for Saturday's Soweto Derby. “I’ve experienced some incredible football rivalries around the world, and I know how much the Soweto Derby means to supporters in South Africa. I’m excited to experience that atmosphere at FNB Stadium and to meet some of the fans who make the occasion what it is," Henry said.
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"The Soweto Derby represents everything that makes South African football special: the passion, the rivalry and, most importantly, the supporters who bring it to life," said Jason Shield, Head of Sponsorship at Betway Africa.

"To have Thierry with us for such an important occasion, particularly as we celebrate 30 years of the PSL, makes this Derby even more memorable. Through S'bonise and Win, we also want to put the fans at the heart of the experience and celebrate the colour, energy and pride they bring to the game."

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