SuperSport on DStv presents another incredible week of sport from around the world, headlined by Matchday 1 action in the UEFA Europa League, the Madrid derby in La Liga, Ryder Cup golf, the final of the Women’s Rugby World Cup, and MotoGP action from Japan.
—Football—
A thrilling week of European football lies ahead, with high-stakes clashes across the UEFA Europa League, Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A.
In the Europa League, Real Betis face English opposition in Nottingham Forest. The Spanish side will aim to assert their home dominance, but Forest are known for their grit and counter-attacking edge, which could make this a compelling contest in Group stage action.
Elsewhere in the same competition, Aston Villa welcome Bologna in what promises to be a hard-fought encounter. The Midlands club will be eager to impress on the European stage, but Bologna, resilient and tactically disciplined, won’t make it easy.
In La Liga, one of Spain’s fiercest rivalries takes center stage as Atletico Madrid host Real Madrid. Always fiery and emotionally charged, the Madrid derby has title implications and the potential to tilt early momentum in the campaign. Another intriguing Spanish fixture sees Barcelona take on Real Sociedad. Both sides are known for their attractive style of play, but Barcelona will be especially keen to defend home ground against one of the league’s most consistent outfits.
The Premier League features a heavyweight showdown between Newcastle United and Arsenal. Both clubs are in European competitions this season and view this clash as a benchmark of their top-four ambitions. Expect intensity, physicality, and no shortage of attacking flair.
In Italy’s Serie A, Juventus take on Atalanta in a match that pits defensive structure against attacking unpredictability. Meanwhile, AC Milan face Napoli in one of the most anticipated fixtures of the weekend. With both clubs eyeing the Scudetto, this could prove pivotal in shaping the top of the table.
From league rivalries to European ambition, this round of fixtures offers drama, skill, and narrative at every turn.
UEFA Europa League, Matchday 1
Wednesday 24 September
18:45: Midtjylland v Sturm Graz – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
21:00: SC Braga v Feyenoord – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 2
21:00: Real Betis v Nottingham Forest – LIVE on SuperSport Football
21:00: Red Star Belgrade v Celtic – LIVE on SuperSport Africa
21:00: Nice v Roma – LIVE on SuperSport Action, SuperSport Africa 2 and SuperSport Maximo 1
Thursday 25 September
18:45: Lille v Brann – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
21:00: RB Salzburg v Porto – LIVE on SuperSport Football
21:00: VfB Stuttgart v Celta Vigo – LIVE on SuperSport Action and SuperSport Maximo 1
21:00: Aston Villa v Bologna – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
La Liga, Matchday 6
Tuesday 23 September
19:00: Espanyol v Valencia – LIVE on SuperSport Africa 2
19:00: Athletic Bilbao v Girona – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
21:30: Sevilla v Villarreal – LIVE on SuperSport Africa 2
21:30: Levante v Real Madrid – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
Wednesday 24 September
19:00: Getafe v Alaves – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
21:30: Real Sociedad v Mallorca – LIVE on SuperSport Action
21:30: Atletico Madrid v Rayo Vallecano – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
Thursday 25 September
19:30: Osasuna v Elche – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
21:30: Real Oviedo v Barcelona – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
La Liga, Matchday 7
Friday 26 September
21:00: Girona v Espanyol – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
Saturday 27 September
14:00: Getafe v Levante – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
16:15: Atletico Madrid v Real Madrid – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
18:30: Mallorca v Alaves – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
21:00: Villarreal v Athletic Bilbao – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
Sunday 28 September
14:00: Rayo Vallecano v Sevilla – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
16:15: Elche v Celta Vigo – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
18:30: Real Betis v Osasuna – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
21:00: Barcelona v Real Sociedad – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
Monday 29 September
21:00: Valencia v Real Ovideo – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga
Premier League, Matchday 6
Saturday 27 September
13:30: Brentford v Manchester United – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
16:00: Leeds United v AFC Bournemouth – LIVE on SuperSport OTT2
16:00: Chelsea v Brighton & Hove Albion – LIVE on SuperSport Blitz and SuperSport Maximo 1
16:00: Manchester City v Burnley – LIVE on SuperSport Action
16:00: Crystal Palace v Liverpool – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
18:30: Nottingham Forest v Sunderland – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
21:00: Tottenham Hotspur v Wolverhampton Wanderers – LIVEon SuperSport Premier League
Sunday 28 September
15:00: Aston Villa v Fulham – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
17:30: Newcastle United v Arsenal – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
Monday 29 September
21:00: Everton v West Ham United – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League
Serie A, Matchday 5
Saturday 27 September
15:00: Como v Cremonese – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
18:00: Juventus v Atalanta – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
20:45: Cagliari v Inter Milan – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
Sunday 28 September
12:30: Sassuolo v Udinese – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
15:00: Roma v Verona – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
15:00: Pisa v Fiorentina – LIVE on SuperSport Action
18:00: Lecce v Bologna – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
20:45: AC Milan v Napoli – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
Monday 29 September
18:30: Parma v Torino – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
20:45: Genoa v Lazio – LIVE on SuperSport Football, SuperSport Africa 2
—Golf—
The 2025 Ryder Cup promises to be a thrilling showdown as Team USA hosts Team Europe at Bethpage Black in New York. Set for September 26–28, the event returns to American soil after Europe’s dominant victory in Rome in 2023. With passionate home crowds expected to bring an electric atmosphere, the U.S. will look to reclaim the Cup on a course known for its intensity and challenge.
Bethpage’s demanding layout will test the players’ precision, endurance, and mental toughness, making team strategy and pairings more crucial than ever. As the world’s top golfers prepare for this iconic match-play battle, fans can expect drama, patriotism, and unforgettable moments in one of golf’s most historic rivalries. The countdown to golf’s greatest team event has begun – and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Ryder Cup
Friday 26 – Sunday 28 September – LIVE on SuperSport Golf
—Rugby—
Rugby fans are in for a blockbuster weekend from 26 to 27 September, with top-tier action across multiple competitions. The United Rugby Championship kicks off Friday as the Stormers host Irish giants Leinster in Cape Town, followed by the Sharks travelling to Glasgow to face the Warriors.
Saturday brings more excitement: the Bulls welcome the Ospreys in Pretoria, while Edinburgh head to Italy to clash with Zebre Parma. Later, Munster take on the Scarlets in Wales, and the Lions wrap up the weekend’s URC fixtures with a tough challenge against Cardiff.
In the southern hemisphere, The Rugby Championship serves up two fierce rivalries. Early Saturday, New Zealand host Australia in another chapter of their storied Bledisloe Cup battles. Then, South Africa face Argentina at home in what could be a crucial decider in the standings.
Capping off the day, the Women’s Rugby World Cup final takes centre stage. With the tournament delivering high-quality drama throughout, the final promises to be a fitting climax. Whether you’re following domestic club battles, international rivalries, or the pinnacle of women’s rugby, this weekend offers a feast for every rugby enthusiast.
United Rugby Championship
Friday 26 September
19:00: Stormers v Leinster – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
21:00: Warriors v Sharks – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
Saturday 27 September
14:00: Bulls v Ospreys – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
16:00: Parma v Edinburgh – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
18:30: Scarlets v Munster – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
20:45: Cardiff v Lions – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
The Rugby Championship
Saturday 27 September
09:00: New Zealand v Australia – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
17:10: South Africa v Argentina – LIVE on SuperSport Rugby
Women’s Rugby World Cup
Saturday 27 September
17:00: Final – LIVE on SuperSport Events
—Motorsport—
Motorsport fans can look forward to high-octane action this weekend with two major events on the calendar. MotoGP heads to Motegi for the Grand Prix of Japan, a crucial round in the championship battle. Saturday features early-morning qualifying followed by the fast-paced Sprint Race, where riders will be looking to gain valuable points ahead of Sunday’s main event. The Motegi circuit, known for its technical layout and heavy braking zones, always produces thrilling battles and unexpected twists.
On Sunday night, NASCAR’s Hollywood Casino 400 takes over as the Cup Series Playoffs heat up at Kansas Speedway. With the title race tightening, every lap counts in this high-stakes showdown. Expect aggressive driving, bold strategies, and edge-of-your-seat drama as drivers fight to keep their championship hopes alive.
MotoGP – Grand Prix of Japan
Saturday 27 September
03:50: Qualifying – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
08:00: Sprint Race – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
Sunday 28 September
07:00: Grand Prix – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport and SuperSport Maximo 1
NASCAR – Hollywood Casino 400
Sunday 28 September, 21:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Motorsport
—Variety—
A diverse and action-packed week of sport awaits fans across the globe. Kicking things off on Wednesday, Johannesburg hosts the Absa Run Your City 10K, where elite and amateur runners will take to the streets in one of South Africa’s premier road races. The vibrant atmosphere and fast course promise thrilling performances.
From Thursday, the spotlight shifts to Beijing for the China Open, with top ATP and WTA stars competing in one of the final hard-court events before season-end. Expect high-stakes matches and potential upsets as players jostle for rankings and momentum.
Cycling fans can catch the UCI Road World Championships this weekend, featuring the Women’s Elite Road Race on Saturday and the Men’s on Sunday. National pride and rainbow jerseys are on the line in these grueling, prestigious events.
Meanwhile, MMA action heats up early Sunday with UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes – a hard-hitting main card sure to deliver fireworks.
Road Running: Absa Run Your City – Johannesburg
Wednesday 24 September, 07:30 – LIVE on SuperSport Africa
Tennis: ATP & WTA Tours, China Open
From Thursday 25 September, 05:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1 and SuperSport Variety 2
Cycling: UCI Road World Championships
Women Elite Road Race: Saturday 27 September, 12:00 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
Men Elite Road Race: Sunday 28 September, 09:40 – LIVE on SuperSport Variety 1
MMA: UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes
Sunday 28 September, 04:00 (main card) – LIVE on SuperSport Action
