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Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates, Pule Mmodi, Kaizer Chiefs, April 2026

Were Pirates denied Appollis' goal against Chiefs? Here is the verdict

The showdown between the Soweto rivals continues to dominate headlines days after it was played. Apart from coaches of respective teams, pundits and fans have continued to analyse the match whose outcome is believed to be able to highly influence the title race.

Yanela Mbuthuma and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates, April 2026

Zwane on PSL title race: 'This is going to impact players'

The league race has reached a fever pitch as the Buccaneers look to finally end Masandawana's long-standing dominance in South African football. With the Soweto giants currently leading the pack, the legendary figure believes a specific distraction could play right into the hands of his former club.

Abdeslam Ouaddou, Orlando Pirates, December 2025

Why Pirates went for Chiefs product 'Khuliso Mudau'

The Soweto giants have been going for quality in the last several years in their bid to dominate South African football across all brackets. They recently acquired a quality Amakhosi product to strengthen ahead of the forthcoming assignments.

Zwane sends warning to Chiefs over intensifying top-three PSL race

As Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns size each as far as the league title is concerned, Amakhosi and Usuthu are fighting for the CAF Confederation ticket next season. At the bottom, there is another fervent fight for survival as the likes of Orbit College, Marumo Gallants, Magesi, Chippa United and TS Galaxy hope to avoid dropping to the second tier.

Yanela Mbutuma and Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs

Ben Youssef outlines Chiefs' plan to stifle Pirates’ attacking threat

The Glamour Boys co-coach has lifted the lid on the tactical adjustments made to curb Buccaneers’ creative sparks during the pulsating Soweto Derby. The Tunisian tactician revealed that a specific midfield deployment was necessary to prevent the Sea Robbers from dominating the central channels at FNB Stadium.

Ben Youssef names Petersen and three other Chiefs players who deserve to be in Broos' Bafana squad

Amakhosi have struggled in recent years to provide the South Africa national team with players. However, their recent upturn in form has sparked renewed attention on their squad, with some of their standout performers now putting their hands up for international selection.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Orlando Pirates	26	18	5	3	51	12	39	59	D W D W W
2	Mamelodi Sundowns FC	25	17	7	1	43	13	30	58	D D W W W
3	Kaizer Chiefs	25	13	8	4	29	15	14	47	D D W W W
4	AmaZulu FC	26	12	6	8	30	26	4	42	W L D D W
5	Sekhukhune United	26	10	9	7	26	21	5	39	D L W D L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Orlando Pirates

D
W
D
W
W

Mamelodi Sundowns FC

D
D
W
W
W

Kaizer Chiefs

D
D
W
W
W

AmaZulu FC

W
L
D
D
W

Sekhukhune United

D
L
W
D
L

Frequently asked questions

When were Mamelodi Sundowns formed?

A young group of players who lived around Marabastad in Pretoria, most notably Frank Motsepe, Roy Fischer, Ingle Singh and Bernard Hartze, formed the club in the 1960s.

Who are the owners of Mamelodi Sundowns?

Mining magnate Patrice Motsepe bought into Sundowns in 2003 and less than a year later raised his stake from 51% to 100% and renamed the club 'Mamelodi' Sundowns.

What is Mamelodi Sundowns stadium called?

The club play home games at either Loftus Versfeld Stadium in central Pretoria, or Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville.

What are Mamelodi Sundowns nicknames?

The club have a variety of nicknames, including: Bafana ba Style, Masandawana, Ka bo Yellow, Shoe Shine and Piano, and The Brazilians.

How many trophies have Mamelodi Sundowns won?

31 domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (2016), one Caf Super Cup (2017) and the African Football League (2023)

How many times have Mamelodi Sundowns won the league?

The club have won a total of 17 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (14) and NSL (3).

Who has made the most appearances for Mamelodi Sundowns?

Daniel Mudau with 390.

Who is Mamelodi Sundowns all-time top scorer?

Daniel Mudau with 172.