Mamelodi Sundowns FC have continued their strong start to the 2026 Betway Premiership season, moving into second place after an unbeaten opening four matches. The Tshwane club, known as the Brazilians, have taken ten points from a possible twelve, scoring 11 goals and conceding just five for a healthy +6 goal difference.
Sundowns' recent form reads WWDW. Their latest victory was a 2-0 triumph over Marumo Gallants on August 19. This followed a 1-1 draw with arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs on August 15 and a thrilling 3-2 win against TS Galaxy on the opening weekend of August 11. Their next challenge is a fixture against AmaZulu scheduled for August 26.
How does Sundowns' current form compare?
The current squad is building on a legacy of almost total domestic dominance. Mamelodi Sundowns FC have won the Premier Soccer League title a record 15 times since its 1996 inception. They are the reigning champions for an incredible eighth consecutive season. This relentless success has been built by key individuals who have etched their names into PSL history.
Goalkeeper Denis Onyango has been a cornerstone of this era, winning an astonishing 12 league titles, all with Sundowns. Up front, Peter Shalulile has been the primary goal threat. He holds the record for the most PSL goals scored for a single club, with 107 strikes for the Brazilians. Shalulile also set the benchmark for consecutive hat-tricks, scoring two in a row during the 2021-22 campaign.
Who are the record holders in the PSL?
Several other significant PSL milestones have been noted, many involving Sundowns players. The youngest ever goalscorer in the league is Siyabonga Mabena. He was just 16 years, 7 months and 9 days old when he scored for Mamelodi Sundowns FC against Sekhukhune United on September 27, 2023.
In the dugout, Pitso Mosimane stands alone as the most successful head coach in PSL history with five winner's medals. He is followed by a group of four-time champions that includes current Sundowns coach Rhulani Mokwena, alongside Gavin Hunt, Gordon Igesund, and the late Ted Dumitru. You can explore the profiles of the current coaching staff and players on our dedicated squad page.
What comes next for the Brazilians?
With the season still in its early stages, maintaining momentum is vital. The team's offensive output of 11 goals is a positive sign, though the defence will want to tighten up after conceding in three of their four matches. The upcoming match against AmaZulu presents another opportunity to collect points and keep pace at the top of the table.
Fans can track the team's progress and all the latest results on our standings and fixtures pages. The depth of talent and historical winning mentality at the club suggests they will once again be at the heart of the title conversation. Their current position, just off the summit with a game in hand on some rivals, is a solid platform from which to launch another championship challenge.
