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Iqraam Rayners, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Polokwane City

Sundowns 3-0 Polokwane City: 'As a Chiefs fan I'm behind you; we can't afford Pirates winning the league'

The Brazilians hosted Rise and Shine at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday afternoon, gunning for maximum points to take a comfortable lead against the Sea Robbers in the chase for their ninth league title. On the other hand, the Limpopo-based side was not only looking to become the party poopers in the title race but also tighten their grip in the Top Eight.

Dladla: Kaka's energy powered Durban to victory

The Citizens’ coach revealed that the youthful energy of Luphumlo ‘Kaka’ Sifumba was the driving force behind his side’s dramatic cup final triumph on Saturday. After trailing at the break, the Team of Choice staged a spirited second-half fightback in Polokwane to secure the silverware.

GOAL's Video Channel: fan views, analysis, press conferences & interviews

Our local South African video channel has all the latest Mzanzi soccer videos from Amakhosi, Buccaneers, Masandawana and the rest of the PSL teams.

Miguel’s defensive issues analysed - ‘You need to play as a unit to function well’

Former Amakhosi star has shed light on why the 30-year-old defender has found himself out of the preferred starting plans at the Soweto giants. The Angolan international has recently found himself on the bench more often, as the co-coaches place their trust in a newly formed centre-back partnership that is beginning to take shape.

Inacio Miguel and Brandon Petersen, Kaizer Chiefs

Petersen on Chiefs kingmaker role as Sundowns showdown looms

Amakhosi's captain has weighed in on the influential role his side could play in determining the Betway Premiership champions. As the season approaches its conclusion, the Glamour Boys find themselves in a unique position to dictate the fortunes of the league's frontrunners.

Ronwen Williams, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Williams on lessons learned from 2025 CCL final failure

The Brazilians’ goalkeeper has revealed that the squad was deeply hurt after missing out on Africa’s premier club title last season. As the PSL heavyweights prepare for another shot at continental glory, the Bafana Bafana captain is determined to ensure history does not repeat itself against AS FAR.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Mamelodi Sundowns FC	27	19	7	1	47	13	34	64	W W D D W
2	Orlando Pirates	26	18	5	3	51	12	39	59	D W D W W
3	Kaizer Chiefs	26	13	8	5	29	17	12	47	L D D 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

Mamelodi Sundowns FC

W
W
D
D
W

Orlando Pirates

D
W
D
W
W

Kaizer Chiefs

L
D
D
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.