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Kategoria Superiore Qualification

Kategoria Superiore Qualification Overview

Yanela Mbuthuma and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates, April 2026

Pirates can end Sundowns' reign but 'PSL might need a helicopter on the final day'

The Sea Robbers former skipper Lucky Lekgwathi is adamant the team have finally found the momentum required to topple the Brazilians' long-standing rule over South African football. Following a massive week of results in the Betway Premiership, the legendary defender believes the trophy race is no longer a foregone conclusion but a battle that will go down to the absolute wire.

Brandon Petersen, Kaizer Chiefs

Chiefs star lands new contract

Amakhosi are set to secure the long-term future of Brandon Petersen following his heroic displays in the Betway Premiership this season. The goalkeeper has established himself as the undisputed number one at Naturena, prompting the club hierarchy to move swiftly in tying him down to a new deal.

Manqoba Mngqithi Golden Arrows

Agent breaks silence on Mngqithi to Chiefs - ‘We remain open to interested clubs’

The Prosport International chief has addressed a wave of speculation linking the current Golden Arrows head coach with a move to Naturena for next season. It is believed the Soweto giants are currently searching for a long-term leader to advance the project initially begun under Nasreddine Nabi and now overseen by co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, the Tunisian's former assistants.

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Kategoria Superiore Qualification, fixtures & results

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Standings

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Mamelodi Sundowns FC crestMamelodi Sundowns FC28198148143465
D
W
W
D
D
2Orlando Pirates crestOrlando Pirates27195353124162
W
D
W
D
W
3Kaizer Chiefs crestKaizer Chiefs27139530181248
D
L
D
D
W
4AmaZulu FC crestAmaZulu FC2712783127443
D
W
L
D
D
5Sekhukhune United crestSekhukhune United2711972922742
W
D
L
W
D
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Frequently asked questions

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

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.

16 teams are licensed to participate in the PSL league.

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

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

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

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

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

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