With teams like TS Galaxy pushing for the top spots on 9 points from five games, these fixtures involving AmaZulu, Stellenbosch, Polokwane City, Golden Arrows, Richards Bay, and TS Galaxy offer opportunities for mid-table sides to climb or avoid early relegation pressure.

AmaZulu FC vs Stellenbosch FC: Redemption Battle in Durban

AmaZulu FC (7th, 8 points from 5 games) host Stellenbosch FC (13th, 4 points from 5 games) at Princess Magogo Stadium, both looking to capitalize on inconsistent starts.

In recent action, head coach Arthur Zwane's AmaZulu drew 1-1 at Magesi FC on August 30 and 1-1 against Sekhukhune United on August 27.

Steve Barker's Stellenbosch lost 0-1 to Mamelodi Sundowns on August 30 but won 1-0 over Marumo Gallants on August 26.

Dangermen include AmaZulu's striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya for his goal-scoring form and Stellenbosch's forward Langelihle Phili for his pace and creativity.

In 20 head-to-head meetings, AmaZulu have 7 wins, Stellenbosch 8, and 5 draws.

Polokwane City vs Golden Arrows FC: Northern Showdown in Polokwane

Polokwane City (10th, 6 points from 5 games) face Golden Arrows FC (9th, 7 points from 5 games) at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium, with both sides aiming for stability after varied results.

Recently under Phuti Mohafe, Polokwane drew 1-1 with Marumo Gallants on August 31 and 0-0 against Durban City on August 26.

Manqoba Mngqithi's Golden Arrows lost 0-1 to Kaizer Chiefs on August 30 and 1-2 at Magesi FC on August 27.

Key players could be Polokwane's right-back Thabang Matuludi for his defensive solidity and Golden Arrows' forward Sede Junior Dion for his finishing.

Historically, in 18 meetings, Polokwane have 3 wins, Golden Arrows 9, and 6 draws.

Richards Bay FC vs TS Galaxy: Coastal Clash in Richards Bay

Richards Bay FC (12th, 4 points from 5 games) take on TS Galaxy (4th, 9 points from 5 games) at Richards Bay Stadium, where the hosts seek to halt a slide against in-form visitors.

Ronnie Gabriel's Richards Bay drew 0-0 with Siwelele FC on August 29 and won 1-0 over Chippa United on August 26.

Adnan Beganovic's TS Galaxy won 3-1 at Orbit College FC on August 30 and 2-0 against Siwelele FC on August 26.

Influential figures include Richards Bay's forward Gabadinho Mhango for his experience and TS Galaxy's midfielder Puso Dithejane for his goal-scoring prowess.

In 10 head-to-head clashes, Richards Bay lead with 3 wins to TS Galaxy's 2, alongside 5 draws.

Steve Barker in awe of current Stellenbosch squad