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Baloyi blasts Chiefs despite CAF qualification - 'You can’t be celebrating third position!'

Baloyi has delivered a stinging reality check to the Naturena faithful, insisting that a third-place finish in the Premier Soccer League is simply not good enough for a club of such stature. While finishing in the pack secures a return to continental competition, the former Amakhosi goalkeeper believes fans shouldn't be fooled by a cosmetic resurgence, warning that the chasm between the Glamour Boys and the league's elite remains embarrassingly wide.

Sedwyn George TS Galaxy vs Mamelodi Sundowns

TS Galaxy 3- 2 Sundowns: 'The sun is down! Mathematically Chiefs can still win this league'

It was another goal fest as The Brazilians saw themselves on the wrong end of a five goal thriller to see their title hopes almost extinguished. Now, with just a three point lead and Orlando Pirates with two games in hand and a superior goal difference, the perennial PSL champions look set to lose out on the domestic title for the first time in eight years.

Cedric Kaze, Khalil Ben Youssef, Kaizer Chiefs, December 2025

Ex-Chiefs star praises coaching duo - 'Even Nasreddine Nabi failed...'

Junior Khanye has heaped praise on interim co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze for transforming the club's fortunes this season. The Amakhosi legend believes the duo has delivered a significantly better campaign than their predecessor, Nasreddine Nabi, after securing a top-three finish.

Pirates, Chiefs and Sekhukhune chase Siwelele star

The Bloemfontein-based side’s breakout star has officially ignited, with South Africa’s biggest clubs reportedly circling the young winger. After a string of impressive performances, the 20-year-old has found himself at the centre of a high-stakes transfer battle involving the Soweto giants.

Ex-Sundowns star backs Cardoso over 'hectic' PSL schedule - ''Our league doesn't support Masandawana'

The former Masandawana defender has added his voice to the growing frustration surrounding the club’s relentless fixture pile-up as the season reaches its boiling point. His comments mirror the concerns of the Tshwane giants' head coach, who is currently balancing a knife-edge title race against Orlando Pirates with a historic continental final.

Samkelo Zwane and Happy Mashiane, Siwelele FC, October 2025

Siwelele makes bold stance on Zwane and Mashiane

Amakhosi duo are reportedly facing an uncertain future as their loan spells at the Lehlohonolo Seema-coached team come to a complicated crossroads. While the Bloemfontein-bound outfit is keen on retaining the pair, they have slapped a major condition on any potential permanent deal.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Mamelodi Sundowns FC	30	20	8	2	57	21	36	68	L W D W W
2	Orlando Pirates	28	20	5	3	56	12	44	65	W W D W D
3	Kaizer Chiefs	28	14	9	5	32	18	14	51	W D L D D
4	AmaZulu FC	28	12	8	8	31	27	4	44	D D W L D
5	Sekhukhune United	28	11	9	8	29	24	5	42	L W D L W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Mamelodi Sundowns FC

L
W
D
W
W

Orlando Pirates

W
W
D
W
D

Kaizer Chiefs

W
D
L
D
D

AmaZulu FC

D
D
W
L
D

Sekhukhune United

L
W
D
L
W

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.