The last day of league action was short on drama but did provide some goals, a great comeback and an almost, nearly incredible relegation great escape. With the last day done that's it for this season's Betway Premiership. Congratulations to champions Orlando Pirates and all the clubs who met their season objectives.
The future of South African football broadcasting has been handed a major boost following high-level discussions between the top flight league and the French media powerhouse who bought out DSTV. Concerns over the impact the takeover would have on the PSL's lucrative television rights have been widespread after the global broadcaster embarked on aggressive cost-cutting measures.
Amakhosi have reportedly emerged as shock contenders to secure the signature of the Buccaneers frontman. The 29-year-old is currently spending the second half of the season on loan at the Winelands club, but with his contract situation at Mayfair still unresolved, several clubs are monitoring his situation.
The Sea Robbers’ head coach has praised the progress of the 22-year-old midfielder following his latest Premier Soccer League outing against Durban City. The Bucs youngster has endured a testing debut season in South Africa, but the Moroccan tactician believes he is finally starting to adapt to the demands of the league.
The Buccaneers tactician has been forced to defend his tactical choices after a frustrating 0-0 draw with the KZN-based side that dealt a massive blow to the club’s title ambitions. The decision to hand the youngster a shock start in such a high-stakes environment has raised eyebrows across the South African football landscape.
The penultimate round of league fixtures saw three of the bottom four beaten to leave relegation and the play-off place up in the air for the last day of the season. Further up the table, MTN8 qualification was sealed, or enhanced for several clubs, leaving Siwelele, Stellenbosch, and Durban City fighting it out for the final spot.
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