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Pirates extend lead over Sundowns as Chiefs drop points

The Sea Robbers sent a strong signal that they are serious about winning the title. The Soweto outfit now enjoys a sizeable margin against their rivals at the time the race is at its highest speed. Meanwhile, Siwelele managed to hold defending champions Amakhosi, but the result rules them out of title contention.

Chiefs 2-0 Galaxy: 'Amakhosi might remove Pirates from No. 2; Glamour Boys are only playing for fun!'

The Glamour Boys kept their winning run rolling as they hosted the Rockets in their Premier Soccer League showdown, pushing to finish the 2025/26 season strongly. With CAF Confederation Cup ambitions in sight, the door has now swung open for an even better finish, as Wandile Dube and co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef hinted, and this hot streak could prove key in turning what once seemed unlikely into reality.

Chaine or Leaner to go to the WC? Former PSL goalkeeper picks his man

Hugo Broos appears spoilt for choice in the goalkeeping department, with South Africa now seemingly boasting depth between the posts. The Belgian now faces a tough call in selecting his number one for the global football tournament.

Polokwane City forward opens up on snubbing Chiefs

The experienced striker has spent his entire professional career with Rise and Shine, becoming a loyal servant to the club over the years. Despite his long-standing stay, he has now opened up about a rare opportunity he once received to join the Soweto giants.

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Esperance vs Sundowns Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL brings you the details to follow the Brazilians' mission in Tunisia where they face the Blood and Gold at Stade Olympique Hammadi Agrebi on Sunday. It is a semi-final, first leg match of the CAF Champions League and Miguel Cardoso's men would be keen on claiming an advantage going into next week's home leg in Tshwane.

Mduduzi Shabalala, Kaizer Chiefs, Lentswe Motaung, TS Galaxy, December 2025

Chiefs vs TS Galaxy Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL brings you the details for Amakhosi's hosting of the Rockets at FNB Stadium on Sunday. The Soweto giants will be out to maintain the momentum of a three-match winning streak in their bid to play continental football next season. They will be up against visitors who have been struggling for consistency.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Mamelodi Sundowns FC	23	17	5	1	42	12	30	56	W W W W W
2	Orlando Pirates	24	17	4	3	47	11	36	55	D W W D W
3	Kaizer Chiefs	22	12	6	4	24	13	11	42	W W W W L
4	AmaZulu FC	24	11	6	7	25	22	3	39	D D W W D
5	Sekhukhune United	24	10	8	6	24	17	7	38	W D L D D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Mamelodi Sundowns FC

W
W
W
W
W

Orlando Pirates

D
W
W
D
W

Kaizer Chiefs

W
W
W
W
L

AmaZulu FC

D
D
W
W
D

Sekhukhune United

W
D
L
D
D

Frequently asked questions

When was the Premier Soccer League formed?

The PSL was founded in 1996 after the National Soccer League and the National Professional Soccer League agreed to merge into one body.

Who sponsors the Premier Soccer League?

In July 2024 it was announced that Betway would take over from DSTV as the naming rights sponsor for the league in a deal reported to be worth R900 million over 3 years.

How many teams are in the PSL?

16 teams are licensed to participate in the PSL league.

Who runs the PSL?

The Board of governors elects the chairman and the executive committee who are appointed in an election process that takes place every four years.

Who has won the league title the most?

Mamelodi Sundowns have won the league 14 times, including the last 7 titles in a row.

Which club holds the record for the most goals scored in a season?

Kaizer Chiefs scored 73 goals in the 2010-2011 season.

Which club has amassed the most points in a single PSL season?

Mamelodi Sundowns earned 73 points while winning the league title in the 2023-24 season.

Which player scored the most goals in a single PSL season?

Collins Mbesuma for Kaizer Chiefs in the 2004-05 season.

Who holds the PSL appearance record?

Edries Burton made 316 appearances for Santos Cape Town, Cape Town Spurs and AmaZulu.