SuperSport United Sale to Siwelele FC Confirmed, but PSL Approval Still Needed
- SuperSport International announced the transfer of their Premier Soccer League franchise, SuperSport United, to Siwelele Football Club, with the deal awaiting approval from the PSL’s Executive Committee.
- The sale occurred due to strategic shifts at SuperSport aiming to focus on its core sports content business and remain Africa's premier sports broadcaster.
- Siwelele FC, under the leadership of chairman Calvin Le John, aims to uphold SuperSport United's successful legacy while rekindling the passion associated with Bloemfontein Celtic, competing from Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium.
- Calvin Le John emphasized their honor in upholding a rich heritage and noted their intention to expand on the remarkable 30-year foundation established by SuperSport and the MultiChoice Group.
- The sale ends SuperSport United's 31-year presence in the PSL and signals a new era in Bloemfontein football, though finalization depends on PSL Executive Committee approval.
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Sports Minister Discusses SuperSport Sale
Minister of Sports Gayton McKenzie has expressed excitement as Free State province gets to enjoy professional football again following the imminent sale of SuperSport United topflight status to Siwelele Football Club. SuperSport announced the developments on Thursday that Siwelele FC was awarded the rights to purchase pending the approval of the PSL Executive Committee. It has been reported that the deal is worth R50m with formal announcement ex…
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