Teboho Mokoena settled it in the 88th minute at King Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday, and Mamelodi Sundowns finished matchday 5 top of the Betway Premiership on 16 points. They beat Golden Arrows 2-1 and have won four league matches in a row, per SuperSport. Orlando Pirates are second on 13, three back but with a match fewer played, so the gap on the page is not the gap on the pitch.
Kaizer Chiefs are the real movers. A 3-2 home win over Siwelele at Dobsonville on Sunday night took them to 11 points and third, still unbeaten after five. At the other end, Kruger United have 1 point from five and have shipped 11 goals in their first top-flight season. This page carries the full log as at 7 September, every result behind it, and the matchday 6 card.
State of Play After Matchday 5
The 16-team log below is the Betway Premiership as at 7 September 2026, taken in full from BBC Sport, whose table was last stamped 18:23 on 6 September and is the one live source we could reconcile line by line against the SuperSport weekend wrap. Sundowns and Milford have played six, everyone else five, so read the points column next to the played column and not on its own.
| Pos | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 6 | +9 | 16 |
| 2 | Orlando Pirates | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 1 | +11 | 13 |
| 3 | Kaizer Chiefs | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 6 | +5 | 11 |
| 4 | AmaZulu | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 7 | +1 | 10 |
| 5 | Milford FC | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 8 |
| 6 | Sekhukhune United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 7 |
| 7 | Durban City | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | +1 | 6 |
| 8 | TS Galaxy | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 6 |
| 9 | Golden Arrows | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 10 | Polokwane City | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 8 | -1 | 6 |
| 11 | Stellenbosch FC | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| 12 | Chippa United | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 5 | -3 | 4 |
| 13 | Richards Bay | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -2 | 3 |
| 14 | Siwelele FC | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9 | -4 | 2 |
| 15 | Marumo Gallants | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | -5 | 2 |
| 16 | Kruger United | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 11 | -9 | 1 |
Log as at 7 September 2026, reproduced from BBC Sport (stamped 6 September, 18:23). Sundowns and Milford FC have played six, the other 14 clubs five. Orlando Pirates did not play matchday 5, they were away on CAF Champions League duty.
Results that built this log
The scoreline that tells you most about the top is still Kruger United 0 Orlando Pirates 4 on 1 September. Pirates have conceded one goal all season and that afternoon they took a promoted side apart. Then Sundowns went and won the two matches Pirates did not play, which is how a level log became a three-point lead.
| Date | Result | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | Durban City 2 Kruger United 0 | At Mbombela Stadium. Jean Lwamba and Gaston Sirino scored. Durban City's first win of the season. |
| 26 Aug | Polokwane City 0 Milford FC 0 | A goalless afternoon in Polokwane. Milford have scored three all season. |
| 26 Aug | Richards Bay 2 Kaizer Chiefs 2 | Chiefs stay unbeaten but drop two points in KwaZulu-Natal. |
| 1 Sept | Durban City 0 Stellenbosch 0 | Third draw in five for Durban City. |
| 1 Sept | Kruger United 0 Orlando Pirates 4 | The heaviest win of the round and the basis of that +11 goal difference. |
| 2 Sept | Mamelodi Sundowns 2 Milford FC 0 | At Loftus Versfeld. The catch-up fixture that gave Sundowns the extra match on the field. |
| 4 Sept | Marumo Gallants 2 Polokwane City 2 | Gallants still without a win, now on 2 points from five. |
| 4 Sept | Richards Bay 1 AmaZulu 2 | The KwaZulu-Natal win that got AmaZulu to 10 points. |
| 5 Sept | Chippa United 0 Milford FC 0 | Chippa's fourth draw in five. Milford's 8 points make them the better-placed of the two promoted clubs. |
| 5 Sept | Sekhukhune United 0 TS Galaxy 0 | A goalless Limpopo afternoon that left both mid-table. |
| 6 Sept | Golden Arrows 1 Mamelodi Sundowns 2 | King Zwelithini Stadium, Durban. Siyanda Ndlovu 14, Junior Dion 76 for Arrows, Teboho Mokoena 88. Sundowns went top. |
| 6 Sept | Kaizer Chiefs 3 Siwelele 2 | Dobsonville Stadium, Soweto. Mfundo Vilakazi 30, Wandile Duba 65, Faiz Abrahams 77, with Aphiwe Baliti 68 and a stoppage-time reply for Siwelele. |
Results verified against the Premier Soccer League match centre. Sunday scorers per The Athlete and SuperSport.
How the title race reads from here
We're not naming a price on this one, because a five-matchday log is not a title market and we don't publish numbers we haven't verified. What we will say is that the two defences look nothing alike. One goal conceded in five for Pirates against six in six for Sundowns is the sort of gap that decides a 30-matchday race long before April.
Pirates hold the match in hand, and they hold it because they were on CAF Champions League duty rather than because anything went wrong. Win it and they are back level on 16 with a goal difference two better than Sundowns. That is the whole title race in one sentence right now.
Chiefs are the third name in the conversation and they earned it on Sunday. Three goals at Dobsonville from a side that had drawn its previous two is the first real attacking evidence of their season, and 11 points from five unbeaten is a start Amakhosi have not made in years. Whether it holds up at Polokwane on 12 September is the next question.
For punters, the honest read is that the two-horse framing is already priced into most SA books, and the value at this stage sits in the match markets and the top-four and top-eight lines rather than the outright. Come back to the outright after the first Soweto Derby, when the sample is worth something.
On this page
Season Overview
Five of the 30 matchdays are done, so a sixth of the season is on the board and the shape of it is starting to show. Sixteen clubs play each other home and away between August and May, and on current evidence this is a two-club league at the top with Chiefs making a case to be the third.
For eight straight seasons Mamelodi Sundowns were the dominant force in South African football. That run ended in 2025/26 when Orlando Pirates took the Betway Premiership title, and Sundowns went and won the 2025/26 CAF Champions League instead. Neither has lost a league match yet this season. Sundowns are the more watchable of the two, Pirates are the more solid, and the market read this one correctly before a ball was kicked.
The division looks different from last season in two ways. Kruger United and Milford FC came up and are playing top-flight football for the first time, while Orbit College and Magesi went down (CAJ News). And SuperSport United are gone as a name: SuperSport International sold the club to Siwelele Football Club (Pty) Ltd for R50 million after 2024/25, so the franchise now plays as Siwelele FC (ESPN).
Two clubs drop to the second tier each season and the promotion play-off decides the third slot. Kruger United on 1 point, Marumo Gallants on 2 and Siwelele on 2 are the early candidates for that conversation, all from five matches, and relegation prices at this stage of a season move faster than any other market on the division.
Teams to Watch
Four clubs are pulling the bulk of the betting action, and five matchdays in we can talk about them with actual numbers rather than pre-season hope.
Other clubs to follow
Beyond the top four, a few clubs are worth a line each. Golden Arrows had gone four matches without conceding before Sundowns scored twice on them, and two goals in five at either end still makes them the under-2.5 side of the division. Milford FC are the surprise of the promoted pair, fifth on 8 points from six with only three goals scored, so they are winning tight rather than winning well. Durban City are the reigning Nedbank Cup holders and are in the CAF Confederation Cup, and their first league win came at Mbombela Stadium on 25 August.
Siwelele FC are the old SuperSport United franchise under new ownership and a new name, and 2 points from five is a rough way to start life under the new badge. They lost 3-2 at Chiefs on Sunday having twice pulled a goal back. Kruger United are bottom on 1 point with 11 conceded, coached by Abram Mangoya (IOL), and are learning what the top flight costs. Stellenbosch FC have made a flat start on 5 points from five, below where their recent seasons would put them, and they open matchday 6 at home to Sekhukhune on Friday 11 September.
PSL Betting Markets
South African bookmakers offer lots of markets on Betway Premiership matches. Below is a breakdown of the main market types, with notes on where value tends to appear in PSL football specifically.
PSL Fixture Calendar
Next five fixtures, 9 to 12 September 2026
The round opens midweek at Loftus with the match Siwelele will least have wanted after Sunday night.
| Date | Kick-Off (SAST) | Fixture | What is at stake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 9 Sept | 18:30 | Mamelodi Sundowns v Siwelele | The log leaders at home to the side sitting 14th on 2 points. Sundowns can push the gap to six before Pirates play again. |
| Fri 11 Sept | 18:30 | Stellenbosch v Sekhukhune United | Two mid-table sides on 5 and 7 points. Sekhukhune have scored three goals in five and drew 0-0 with TS Galaxy on 5 September. |
| Sat 12 Sept | 14:00 | AmaZulu v Marumo Gallants | Fourth against a Gallants side still without a win. AmaZulu need this to stay in the top four. |
| Sat 12 Sept | 14:00 | Polokwane City v Kaizer Chiefs | The pick of the round. Polokwane have drawn three of five, so they take points off people without winning much. |
| Sat 12 Sept | 16:30 | Chippa United v Mamelodi Sundowns | Sundowns again, three days after hosting Siwelele. Chippa have drawn four of five and have scored twice all season. |
Fixtures and kick-off times per BetExplorer.
Chiefs in Limpopo is the one we'll be watching. They arrive on 11 points and unbeaten, Polokwane draw more than they win, and a Chiefs win would lift them above Pirates on points with Pirates still owing the league a fixture. We'd want the team news before touching a price on it.
PSL matches are typically played on Wednesdays and Saturdays, with occasional Sunday fixtures. Kick-off times vary but mid-afternoon slots are common for televised matches. SuperSport carries the bulk of live PSL coverage, and Hollywoodbets streams select fixtures through their platform.
The dates worth pencilling in from here: the first Soweto Derby, the return Pirates against Sundowns meeting, and the run-in from matchday 25 onward where the title, the CAF places and the relegation slots are usually settled.
Soweto Derby Guide
Kaizer Chiefs versus Orlando Pirates is the most-watched club football fixture in South Africa, and it generates the highest single-match betting volumes of any PSL game. The rivalry dates to the early years of professional football in South Africa and carries a cultural weight that goes well beyond football. Both clubs draw support from across the country, not just from Soweto, and their matches regularly attract 80,000 or more spectators when held at FNB Stadium.
Brief history
The fixture has been contested hundreds of times across league, cup, and preseason formats. No single club has dominated the series to the point of sustained superiority, which is part of what makes each encounter so unpredictable. There have been seasons where one club wins both league derbies, and seasons where both end in stalemate. The psychological stakes are high enough that form heading into a derby can be a poor predictor of the result.
Betting angles
The draw is historically the most common single outcome in the Soweto Derby. Both teams tend to approach the fixture with caution, and the occasion itself creates pressure that disrupts free-flowing football. From a pure betting angle, the draw no bet market, or backing the draw at any price above evens, has been a consistent approach for bettors who have tracked the series over many seasons.
Over/Under 2.5 goals leans toward Under in derbies, though high-scoring exceptions do occur when one side is in superior form. BTTS No is worth considering when one club enters the game badly out of form and has scored in fewer than half their recent matches. Goalscorer markets are particularly well-priced because the intensity of the match suppresses goalscoring, so the odds on regular strikers hitting the net stay longer than their general form would suggest.
The fixture is held twice in the league season. The second derby, in the spring or early new year, often carries more league-table significance, which tends to produce more open football from the side that needs the points. That second match is usually the better bet on both teams to score and on over 2.5 goals.
Best Bookmakers for PSL Betting
The five bookmakers below offer the strongest PSL coverage among licensed SA operators. Rankings reflect market depth, in-play coverage, and reliability during high-traffic match days.
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For a broader comparison across all licensed SA operators, see best football betting sites in South Africa.
Competitions
South African top-flight clubs compete across three main domestic competitions during the season. Each carries its own betting angle.
PSL 2026/27 News
Matchday 5 is complete. Mamelodi Sundowns lead on 16 points after winning 2-1 at Golden Arrows, Orlando Pirates are second on 13 with a match in hand having sat out the round on CAF Champions League duty, and Kaizer Chiefs are third on 11 after a 3-2 win over Siwelele. AmaZulu are fourth on 10 and Kruger United bottom on 1. Matchday 6 starts at Loftus on Wednesday 9 September.
Squad and ownership news of note: SuperSport United now play as Siwelele FC after a R50 million sale, Kruger United and Milford FC are in the top flight for the first time, and Durban City hold the Nedbank Cup and are in the CAF Confederation Cup. We do not publish transfer, team or fixture claims until they are verified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is top of the Betway Premiership after five matchdays?
Mamelodi Sundowns lead on 16 points as at 7 September 2026, after beating Golden Arrows 2-1 on 6 September. Orlando Pirates are second on 13 from five matches, one fewer than Sundowns, and are the only other unbeaten side. Kaizer Chiefs are third on 11 after a 3-2 win over Siwelele, AmaZulu fourth on 10, and Kruger United bottom on 1. Table per BBC Sport, last updated 6 September 2026.
Who are the defending PSL champions?
Orlando Pirates are the defending Betway Premiership champions. They won the 2025/26 title, ending Mamelodi Sundowns' eight-season run of back-to-back PSL titles. Sundowns are not out of the picture. They go into 2026/27 as CAF Champions League holders. But domestically, Pirates are the team every club is chasing on payday Saturdays and Wednesday nights.
How many teams play in the PSL?
The Betway Premiership has 16 teams playing in a round-robin format across 30 matchdays. Each team plays 30 matches over a season that runs from August to May. Five matchdays of the 2026/27 campaign are complete, and matchday 6 opens at Loftus Versfeld on Wednesday 9 September 2026.
What happened to SuperSport United?
SuperSport United no longer exists. SuperSport International sold the club to Siwelele Football Club (Pty) Ltd for R50 million after the 2024/25 season, and the franchise now plays as Siwelele FC. Siwelele sit 14th on 2 points from five after losing 3-2 at Kaizer Chiefs on 6 September 2026, and they visit Mamelodi Sundowns on Wednesday 9 September.
Which clubs are new to the Betway Premiership in 2026/27?
Kruger United and Milford FC came up for 2026/27 and are both playing top-flight football for the first time. Orbit College and Magesi went the other way. Cape Town City are not in the 2026/27 Betway Premiership. Milford have made the better start of the two promoted sides, sitting fifth on 8 points from six matches, while Kruger United are bottom on 1 point from five.
Which bookmakers are best for PSL betting in South Africa?
Hollywoodbets leads for PSL coverage because they sponsor multiple top-flight clubs and carry the widest market range. Betway is the strongest for in-play. WSB goes deep on outright and seasonal markets. Sportingbet carries Asian handicap across most fixtures. Gbets is the cleanest option for punters who want straightforward match markets without the noise.
What is the Soweto Derby?
The Soweto Derby is Chiefs versus Pirates. It's the biggest club football fixture in South Africa and consistently generates more PSL betting volume than any other single match. The rivalry dates back decades and pulls support from across the country, not just from Soweto. The FNB Stadium fills to 80,000 when the fixture is played there.
What competitions do PSL clubs compete in?
Three main domestic competitions: the Betway Premiership (the 16-team league), the Nedbank Cup (knockout cup open to all divisions, the SA equivalent of the FA Cup), and the MTN8 (pre-season knockout for the top 8 Premiership finishers). The top two Premiership finishers also enter CAF continental competition.
Can I bet on PSL matches online in South Africa?
Yes. Every major SA-licensed bookmaker accepts PSL bets online and through mobile apps. You need a verified account with funds deposited. Hollywoodbets, Betway, WSB, Sportingbet, and Gbets all cover the full Betway Premiership fixture list with match result, goalscorers, handicaps, over/under, and outright markets.
What PSL betting markets are available?
Match result (1X2), correct score, over/under goals, both teams to score, first goalscorer, anytime goalscorer, outright champion, top scorer, relegation, and Asian handicap. That's the full range at the better bookmakers. Hollywoodbets and Betway go deepest on PSL-specific markets. Sportingbet is the standout for Asian handicap coverage across the full fixture card.
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