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Magesi 0-3 Pirates: 'Bucs deserve to win this league with best defence, we will come fetch it next season'

Another polished display from the Buccaneers, who are keeping their eyes firmly locked on the grand prize after brushing aside relegation-threatened Dikwena Tša Meetse to bag maximum points and boost their goal difference, with the razor-tight Premier Soccer League title race threatening to be decided by more than just points alone.

Cardoso in 7-4 Siwelele aftermath: 'We're fighting against everything'

The Brazilians' coach has delivered a defiant message after his side survived a chaotic 11-goal thriller at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium. Despite moving within touching distance of the league title, the coach was left fuming at a defensive display that saw the Brazilians concede four goals in a single afternoon.

Manqoba Mngqithi, Golden Arrows, September 2025

Mngqithi spots ideal Bafana defensive option - 'He should be a cover in the national team'

The Golden Arrows tactician has spotted what he believes could be the final jigsaw piece in Hugo Broos’ Bafana blueprint, with the global spectacle looming on the horizon. The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach has been outspoken about the national side’s defensive frailties, and is now casting his eye toward Durban in search of a possible solution to shore up the backline.

Sundowns 7-4 Siwelele: 'Nothing to celebrate here, this game needs a Zondo Commission'

After dropping points in a 1-1 draw against Amakhosi in a gruelling midweek clash, Masandawana faced Siwelele looking to return to winning ways... and The Brazilians did just that in an extraordinary match that set a new PSL record for the most goals score in a single game.

Aden McCarthy, Inacio Miguel and Vusimuzi Mncube, Kaizer Chiefs vs Sekhukhune United

Sekhukhune ready for Chiefs battle - 'They are in our path'

Babina Noko, interim coach, has fired a bold warning to Amakhosi, declaring that the Limpopo outfit is ready to go to war for maximum points in their looming showdown. The stage is set for a mouthwatering clash at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Sunday afternoon, with both sides locked in a fierce battle to cement a coveted top-three finish.

Pirates beat Sundowns 'big boys' to end 11-year title wait

The Buccaneers' reserve team coach Roscoe Krieling has thrown down the gauntlet to the senior squad to follow the youth team’s lead after masterminding a historic DStv Diski Challenge triumph after a composed, statement victory over their title rivals in front of a rocking Dobsonville Stadium.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Mamelodi Sundowns FC	29	20	8	1	55	18	37	68	W D W W D
2	Orlando Pirates	28	20	5	3	56	12	44	65	W W D W D
3	Kaizer Chiefs	27	13	9	5	30	18	12	48	D L D D W
4	AmaZulu FC	28	12	8	8	31	27	4	44	D D W L D
5	Sekhukhune United	27	11	9	7	29	22	7	42	W D L W D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Mamelodi Sundowns FC

W
D
W
W
D

Orlando Pirates

W
W
D
W
D

Kaizer Chiefs

D
L
D
D
W

AmaZulu FC

D
D
W
L
D

Sekhukhune United

W
D
L
W
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.