The Rockets are reportedly preparing to restructure their technical team, with Bernard Parker set to be moved from his position as head coach into an assistant role. The decision comes after a disappointing run of form that has left the club languishing in the lower half of the Betway Premiership table.
We can all read the Premier Soccer League log table and quickly see where teams are in the standings. But points earned, goals scored, and conceded, are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to identifying clubs that are over or under performing as there is a wealth of underlying data that measures teams' performance in different areas of the pitch.
Columnist Lerato Mkhondo takes on officiating standards in South African domestic competitions. After weeks of acrimony and controversy in the 2026/27 season, she argues there is only one cure to the problem until VAR is finally implemented. Let the referees explain themselves.
The Village Boys claimed their first win in the Betway Premiership in the Mpumalanga Derby, after the Stallions thumped the Natal Rich Boyz, while the City of Roses outfit settled for a draw with Abafana Bes’thende. Another goal from the league’s in-form marksman saw Usuthu climb the table on Saturday, with Bradley Grobler’s late equaliser earning Gavin Hunt’s men a point on Friday.
Amakhosi's head coach has shed light on the limited involvement of Tanzanian midfielder Adolf Mtasingwa since his arrival at Naturena. Despite being a highly-rated addition to the Amakhosi squad, the 27-year-old has found minutes hard to come by in the opening stages of the campaign.
Amakhosi's head coach has added his voice to the growing list of figures calling for the urgent implementation of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in South African football. Following a controversial draw with Polokwane City, the Frenchman highlighted several incidents where he believes his side were unfairly disadvantaged by officiating errors.
M-Net Television purchased Pretoria City FC in July 1994.
How did SuperSport get their name?
After M-Net purchased Pretoria City FC they sought permission to change the club’s name to maximise brand awareness.
Who are the owners of SuperSport United?
SuperSport is a collection of television channels owned by MultiChoice who are in turn, owned by parent company Naspers, a broad-based multi-national media group.
What is SuperSport United’s stadium called?
The club’s official home ground is the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville.
What are SuperSport United’s nicknames?
The club is known as Matsatsantsa (The Swanky Boys) or The Spartans by fans.
How many trophies have SuperSport United won?
They have won 12 major domestic honours.
How many times have SuperSport United won the top-flight league title?
They have won the PSL three times (2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10).
Who has made the most appearances for SuperSport United?
Ronald Lawrence 224 (including Pretoria City matches).