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Abdeslam Ouaddou, Orlando Pirates, March 2026

Justified decision or not? Ouaddou breaks silence after Pirates were denied a penalty

The Sea Robbers managed a slim victory at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium to earn points that firmly keep them in the Premier Soccer League title. However, the match was overshadowed by a controversy; the referee initially pointed to the penalty spot for a Bucs penalty, only to overturn the decision after consultation with his assistant. The Buccaneers coach has now revealed what he thinks of the decision.

Phuti Mohafe, Polokwane City

Pirates aren't winning it! PSL coach explains what will deny Bucs league title

The Premier Soccer League title race is fast turning into a two-horse race between the Buccaneers and Mamelodi Sundowns. But even then, some are ready to put their money on Masandawana winning the race again despite the Ghost showing a strong interest in the title. One of those who is sceptical about the Sea Robbers winning the league is the Polokwane City coach, and he has his reasons.

Sipho Mbule, Orlando Pirates

Mbule's situation at Pirates explained as Bafana midfielder continues to miss games

The 27-year-old began the season in scintillating form for the Buccaneers, a run that earned him a recall to the national team and a place in the squad for the 2025 AFCON finals. However, his fortunes have dipped since returning from the continental tournament, with his form and game time coming under scrutiny. His agent has since claimed the player is being frozen out for other reasons than his performances on the pitch.

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Standings

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Orlando Pirates crestOrlando Pirates1914233182344
W
W
L
W
W
2Mamelodi Sundowns FC crestMamelodi Sundowns FC19135132102244
W
W
W
W
W
3Sekhukhune United crestSekhukhune United209652114733
D
L
W
W
L
4Durban City crestDurban City209561914532
D
W
W
L
W
5AmaZulu FC crestAmaZulu FC209471918131
D
L
L
L
W
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Frequently asked questions

The PSL was founded in 1996 after the National Soccer League and the National Professional Soccer League agreed to merge into one body.

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.

16 teams are licensed to participate in the PSL league.

The Board of governors elects the chairman and the executive committee who are appointed in an election process that takes place every four years.

Mamelodi Sundowns have won the league 14 times, including the last 7 titles in a row.

Kaizer Chiefs scored 73 goals in the 2010-2011 season.

Mamelodi Sundowns earned 73 points while winning the league title in the 2023-24 season.

Collins Mbesuma for Kaizer Chiefs in the 2004-05 season.

Edries Burton made 316 appearances for Santos Cape Town, Cape Town Spurs and AmaZulu.