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Thabiso Monyane and Tashreeq Matthews, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Kaizer Chiefs May 2026

Sundowns 1-1 Chiefs: It's slipping away, Masandawana! Badi is to blame for horrible physicality in the game

Once again, the side from Naturena had a decisive say in the Premier Soccer League title race, standing firm to deny Masandawana the chance to pull clear at the summit in a dramatic showdown, as both teams settled for a hard-fought share of the spoils under the lights, leaving the Brazilians three points ahead of the Buccaneers, who have a game in hand and a better goal difference, and setting the race up to go right down to the wire.

Grant Kekana, Mamelodi Sundowns, August 2025

Kekana wary of Chiefs threat

The Brazilians defender has issued a warning to his teammates ahead of their high-stakes Betway Premiership clash against Amakhosi. Despite Masandawana's dominant league form, the Bafana Bafana international believes the third position holders pose a serious threat to their unbeaten run.

AS FAR launch official protest over CCL referee appointment

The Moroccan giants have officially demanded a change in officiating for the upcoming continental showpiece. The club is reportedly furious over the selection of a referee whose recent history is marred by one of the biggest scandals in the modern African game.

Sundowns’ legend claims they have the 'perfect material' to conquer Africa

The Brazilians icon has backed his former club to end their long wait for a second continental crown, insisting the current squad possesses the necessary depth and quality to go all the way. The SA representatives are eyeing a historic second star to add to the one they famously secured back in 2016 under Pitso Mosimane.

Themba Zwane, Mamelodi Sundowns, June 2025

Zwane hails Sundowns' South American stars

The Masandawana captain has opened up on the significant impact the imported talent has had on the club’s sustained dominance. The veteran midfielder highlighted how the influx of overseas stars has provided the necessary quality to keep his side at the pinnacle of African football.

Miguel Cardoso, Ronwen Williams and Khuliso Mudau, Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns to lift PSL trophy under Mbombela Stadium lights on May 12?

The reigning champions are closing in on a record-extending ninth consecutive Betway Premiership title as the league confirms a crucial schedule adjustment. The Brazilians now know exactly when and where they could potentially hoist the trophy as they balance domestic dominance with the pursuit of continental glory.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	FC Barcelone	34	29	1	4	89	31	58	88	W W W W W
2	Real Madrid	34	24	5	5	70	31	39	77	W D W D L
3	Villarreal	34	21	5	8	64	39	25	68	W W D W L
4	Atletico Madrid	34	19	6	9	58	37	21	63	W W L L L
5	Bétis Séville	34	13	14	7	52	41	11	53	W D W D D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

FC Barcelone

W
W
W
W
W

Real Madrid

W
D
W
D
L

Villarreal

W
W
D
W
L

Atletico Madrid

W
W
L
L
L

Bétis Séville

W
D
W
D
D

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Saudi Pro League titles?

Al-Hilal are the most successful Saudi Pro League side ever, having won an astonishing 19 league titles. Their first-ever league title came at the end of the 1976-77 campaign. Currently, they are also the defending champions, having gone all the way in the 2023-24 season.

How many teams are in the Saudi Pro League?

Currently, there are 18 teams in the Saudi Pro League. In the first season ever, which took place in 1976-77, there were just eight teams. The number increased to 10 in the following season. Ahead of the 1981-82, Saudi Premier League and Saudi First Division merged to form one single league for the 1982 FIFA World Cup qualification process. However, from the 1984-85 season, the number teams reverted to 12.

Who has made the most Saudi Pro League appearances ever?

Legendary Saudi Arabian goalkeeper Mohamed Al-Deayea holds the record for most appearances in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Deayea played for Al-Taee and Al-Hilal and managed 406 appearances inthe league.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Saudi Pro League?

Majed Abdullah, also known as the Arabian Pele, is the league's all-time leading topscorer with 189 goals in 194 league games, all of them coming with Al-Nassr in a 21-year span. He is Al-Nassr's record goalscorer, with 259 goals in just 266 games.

Who has the most assists in the history of the Saudi Pro League?

Former Syrian midfielder Jehad Al-Hussain has registered the most assists in Saudi Pro League history, setting up 50 goals for his teammates in 208 games.

Who is the oldest player ever in the Saudi Pro League and how old was he?

Former Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary is the oldest player to ever feature in Saudi Pro League. El Hadary was 45 years and 81 days old when he featured for Al-Taawoun in April 2018.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Saudi Pro League and how old was he?

Teenage sensation Talal Haji, who plays for Al-Ittihad, is the youngest player to ever play in Saudi Pro League. Haji achieved this feat at the age of 16 years and five days when he came on as a substitute for Romarinho in Al-Ittihad's 2-1 win over Al-Fateh in September 2023.

Which famous players have played in the Saudi Pro League?

Cristiano Ronaldo, Riyad Mahrez, Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino, N'Golo Kante, Sadio Mane, Yassine Bounou, Nacho, Aymeric Laporte, and Fabinho are among the most famous players to have played in the Saudi Pro League.

Which famous managers have managed in the Saudi Pro League?

Steven Gerrard, Laurent Blanc, and Stefano Pioli are some of Saudi Pro League's most prominent managers in history.

What is the biggest stadium in the Saudi Pro League?

The King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, which is home to Al-Shabab and Al-Riyadh, is the biggest stadium in Saudi Pro League. It has a capacity of 68,752.

Who is the most expensive player in the history of the Saudi Pro League?

Neymar is the most expensive player in Saudi Pro League history, costing a whopping £77.6 million when Al-Hilal bought him from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023.