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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.

Patrick Maswanganyi, Orlando Pirates, August 2025

'Intelligent' Maswanganyi backed after losing Pirates starting spot: 'He is underrated in our country'

The 28-year-old has enjoyed a fairly solid season despite not being a regular starter for his club. His contributions have still been notable whenever called upon, but not consistently starting matches has cost him his place in the Bafana Bafana squad.

Pule Mmodi and Kamogelo Sebelebele, Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates

Sebelebele reflects as Pirates drop points in Chiefs draw - 'Opponent came to defend'

The Buccaneers star, who ensured the Sea Robbers salvaged a point in the Soweto Derby, did not attempt to hide his frustration after Sunday’s stalemate. The result dealt a painful blow to the log leaders’ title ambitions, as they missed the chance to pull clear at the summit, with the defending champions, still holding a game in hand, now breathing down their necks, just a single point behind.

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 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.