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Iraq urge FIFA to delay WC play-off amid war

Iraq head coach Graham Arnold has issued an urgent plea to football’s international governing body to postpone his team’s intercontinental qualifier for the World Cup because of disruptions caused by the escalating Iran war. The Lions of Mesopotamia are currently scheduled to face either Suriname or Bolivia in a winner-takes-all play-off on March 31 in Monterrey, Mexico, but the logistical mountain has become too steep to climb.

How to buy Bolivia vs Suriname World Cup Qualifier 2026 tickets

All you need to know about booking tickets to the World Cup Play-off encounter

How to buy New Caledonia vs Jamaica World Cup Qualifier 2026 tickets

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World Cup 2026 draw: Everything you need to know

The latest information on the World Cup 2026 draw, including the date, what to expect in terms of teams and pots, and how to watch.

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World Cup 2026 play-offs: Fixtures, results & how to watch

The six remaining places at the 2026 World Cup will be decided through two play-off tournaments, featuring the likes of Italy, Poland, Jamaica and DR Congo, among others.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown Clock Is Unveiled In Mexico City

FIFA Play-Off Tournament: Everything you need to know

FIFA Play-Off Tournament — how it works, who qualifies, seeding, format, schedule and other key points you should know.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Mamelodi Sundowns FC	21	15	5	1	37	11	26	50	W W W W W
2	Orlando Pirates	21	15	3	3	34	9	25	48	D W W W L
3	Sekhukhune United	21	9	7	5	21	14	7	34	D D L W W
4	AmaZulu FC	21	10	4	7	21	19	2	34	W D L L L
5	Kaizer Chiefs	19	9	6	4	17	12	5	33	W L L L W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Mamelodi Sundowns FC

W
W
W
W
W

Orlando Pirates

D
W
W
W
L

Sekhukhune United

D
D
L
W
W

AmaZulu FC

W
D
L
L
L

Kaizer Chiefs

W
L
L
L
W

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.