THE SAFA Frances Baard Hollywoodbets Regional League returns on Saturday with three unbeaten sides looking to protect their perfect starts, but each faces a different test across the three streams.

Sol Plaatje University FC, Fast Eleven FC and Real Stars FC have each collected nine points from their opening three results to set the early pace.

They face Ritchie Cosmos on Saturday, a side sitting third on six points after winning two of its three matches. Ritchie have also shown their attacking threat, scoring seven goals, and will offer a useful measure of the leaders’ early-season form.

Kimberley United occupy second place on seven points, while Macarena and Ritchie Cosmos are level on six. Kimberley United drew 2-2 with Sundowns Spurs in their most recent outing.

Fast Eleven have won all three matches, scoring five goals and conceding two. Barcelona have also made an unbeaten start, collecting six points and scoring six goals while conceding only once.

Fast Eleven edged Windsorton Kgatelopele 2-1 in their latest match, while Barcelona beat Manyora Mokibi’s 3-1. Saturday’s meeting should provide an early indication of how the two sides compare.

Seragamaje FC are third on three points, with Phelindaba United, Amakipkip FC and Windsorton Kgatelopele also on three.

Their next opponents are Samuel Rangers, who have three points. Park United, level with Real Stars on nine points, face Nkukes, who are unbeaten and sit on five points after one win and two draws.

Bophirima Try Again are also on five points, making the Park vs Nkukes meeting one to watch as the chasing pack looks to close the gap.

All three streams are scheduled to resume on Saturday, November 14, with matches kicking off at 3pm.