Sundowns clinch another title as Pirates, Stellies and Sekhukhune fall short

THE 2024/25 Betway Premiership season delivered a blend of brilliance, heartbreak and controversy. Mamelodi Sundowns extended their dynasty with an eighth successive league title, leaving Orlando Pirates, Stellenbosch FC and Sekhukhune United to reflect on what might have been.

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Here, MIHLALI BALEKA AND HERMAN GIBBS unpack the highs and lows of each club’s campaign, spotlighting the moments that mattered — and what's next.

Fourth | SEKHUKHUNE UNITED

Sekhukhune improve but miss a bigger prize

Sekhukhune secured a second consecutive fourth-place finish in the Premiership, achieving their highest points tally in the top flight (46).

A strong start under coach Lehlohonolo Seema raised expectations, but he was controversially sacked mid-season and replaced by Eric Tinkler. Tinkler built well on Seema’s foundation, but fell short of a Top 3 finish. However, his quick rapport with the players and the team’s attractive football offer hope for the future.

The good and the bad: Sekhukhune gave players like Keletso Makgalwa a fresh start. However, the club’s handling of right-back Shaun Mogaila — who played while facing serious criminal charges — drew widespread criticism. The sacking of Seema was poorly managed and cost the team vital momentum.

Star player: Keletso Makgalwa | Young Turk (best U23 player): Vuyo Letlapa | Sign him now: Keletso Makgalwa

What’s to come: If Tinkler is backed in the transfer market and retains key players, Sekhukhune could aim for a Top 3 finish next season.

Third | STELLENBOSCH FC