**Kruger United and Milford FC, the two sides promoted ahead of the 2026-27 Betway Premiership campaign, sit near the foot of the early table alongside established strugglers Marumo Gallants, Siwelele FC and Chippa United.** Kruger United in particular have collected just one point from five matches and remain winless, echoing the rapid return of recent promotees such as Orbit College. With only one automatic relegation plus a play-off for 15th place, trader consensus reflects the newcomers’ lack of top-flight experience, limited squad depth and the typical adjustment challenges faced by promoted clubs in the opening weeks. Longer-term factors include fixture congestion, potential mid-season reinforcements and the ability of sides like Richards Bay or Chippa United to arrest their winless streaks before the December break.