The 2020–21 South African Premier Division season (known as the

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for sponsorship reasons) was the 25th season of the Premier Soccer League since its establishment in

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. Mamelodi Sundowns were the three-time defending champions. This season's winner will qualify for the

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along with the second placed team. The 3rd placed team and Nedbank Cup winners qualify for the

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Team changes

The following teams have changed division since the 2019–20 season.

To National First Division

Relegated from

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From National First Division

Promoted to 2020–21 South African Premier Division *

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(promoted as champions)

Purchased status

* Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila (TTM) (purchased the

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status) * TS Galaxy (purchased the Highland Park status)

Sold their status

(sold their Premier League status to Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila) * Highland Park (sold their Premier League status to TS Galaxy)

Teams

Stadiums and locations

Number of teams by province

League table

Results

Statistics

Top scorers

Hat-tricks

Clean sheets

References

External links

Official website
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Premier Division Premier Soccer League seasons