Mamelodi Sundowns Clinch Record Eighth Successive League Title in Style

Mamelodi Sundowns made history yet again on Wednesday night in East London, securing the inaugural Betway Premiership title with a dominant 3-0 win over Chippa United — their eighth consecutive league crown, a record run unmatched in South African football.

With the win, Masandawana surged to 70 points with a game to spare and set another milestone with 63 league goals, the highest in a 16-team league season.

Match Summary: Rayners Ignites, Sales Finishes

• 11' - Iqraam Rayners equaled Lucas Ribeiro in the Golden Boot race with a brilliant solo effort, swerving past players and scoring his 14th league goal.
• 69' – Arthur Sales, brought on as a substitute, surprised everyone with a misdirected cross that beat the keeper and doubled the lead.
• 90+’ – Sales struck again, capitalising on a poor clearance from Chippa goalkeeper Darren Johnson to tap in his brace and wrap up a perfect night for the Brazilians.

Cardoso’s Emotional Touchline Celebration

New coach Miguel Cardoso couldn’t contain his joy as he sprinted down the touchline to celebrate with his players after the second goal. The Portuguese tactician, in his first season in South Africa, bowed in prayer at full-time after delivering the championship in emphatic fashion.

“We needed to be solid, focused and together. The players gave everything, and I’m proud,” Cardoso said.

Dominance Beyond Doubt

• 8th consecutive league title
• 70 points with one game to spare
• Record 63 goals in a 16-team format
• Rayners & Ribeiro lead the Golden Boot race with 14 goals each

Sundowns showed depth and class, despite resting regulars like Lucas Ribeiro, Ronwen Williams, and Thapelo Morena. Their dominance from start to finish made the title win a matter of when—not if.

Chippa United’s Fading Top 8 Hopes

Chippa, now sitting 8th with 30 points and one match to go, were outplayed throughout but managed a few half-chances through Giovanni Philander and Sinoxolo Kwayiba. They’ll need a final-day result to secure their top-eight finish.

What’s Next?

With the Betway Premiership title secured, all eyes now turn to Sundowns' pursuit of a domestic double and the CAF Champions League final showdown against Pyramids FC.

Mamelodi Sundowns have once again underlined their status as South Africa’s undisputed kings of football.