South African Premier Soccer League on TV Today
Sunday, April 19, 2026
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Where to Stream South African Premier Soccer League Live
The following premium networks and streaming platforms hold the verified digital broadcast rights to air official South African Premier Soccer League action.
About South African Premier Soccer League
The Betway Premiership is the top professional soccer league in South Africa. The 2025-26 season runs from August 2025 through May 2026, with 16 teams competing for the title. Mamelodi Sundowns are the defending champions after dominating the league in recent years. The season is in the final stretch, with the title race and relegation battle coming down to the wire.
Top teams
Mamelodi Sundowns are the dominant force in South African soccer. They've won multiple titles in a row and have the deepest squad in the league. Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs are the other two giants — the Soweto Derby between them is the biggest game in the country. Sekhukhune United, Stellenbosch FC, SuperSport United, and Cape Town City are regular contenders for continental qualification spots.
Format
The league has 16 teams. Each plays each other twice in the regular season. The champion qualifies for the CAF Champions League. The second and third-place teams go into the CAF Confederation Cup. The bottom two teams are relegated to the National First Division.
Viewership
The PSL pulls strong numbers across South Africa. The Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates is the biggest TV draw of the season, regularly selling out the 90,000-seat FNB Stadium. The league has a massive following among South African soccer fans, and international interest comes from the South African diaspora in the UK, US, and Australia.
TV and streaming options in South Africa
In South Africa, SuperSport is the primary broadcaster for the PSL. They show every match live on their dedicated channels. DStv Stream is the streaming home for all SuperSport content. The SABC broadcasts select matches on SABC 1 and SABC 2, but only on television. A DStv subscription is required for full coverage of all matches.
Important 2026 update: Showmax shutdown
Showmax is shutting down permanently on April 30, 2026, and will stop taking new subscribers on March 31, 2026 . Showmax Pro has already been discontinued. All Showmax content, including Showmax Originals, is being moved to DStv Stream. There is no standalone Showmax service available for the remainder of the 2025-26 PSL season.
International streaming options
For fans outside South Africa, SuperSport is the official broadcaster across sub-Saharan Africa through DStv packages. There is currently no standalone international streaming service for the PSL. International fans may need to use a VPN to access DStv Stream or check with local sports broadcasters in their region.
Current season
The 2025-26 Betway Premiership season kicked off in August 2025. The regular season runs through May 2026. Mamelodi Sundowns are the defending champions. Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs are pushing them this year. Sekhukhune United and Stellenbosch are also in the mix for CAF spots. The relegation battle is tight at the bottom.