South Sudan Premier League
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| Founded | 21 December 2024 |
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| Country | South Sudan |
| Confederation | CAF |
| Number of clubs | 14 |
| Level on pyramid | 1 |
| Relegation to | South Sudan National League |
| Domestic cup | South Sudan National Cup |
| League cup | South Sudan Super Cup |
| International cup(s) | CAF Champions league CAF Confederation Cup |
| Current champions | Jamus SC |
| Sponsor(s) | MTN South Sudan |
| Current: 2025-26 | |
The South Sudan Premier League (SSPL) is the top professional football league in South Sudan. Established in December 2024, it operates under the governance of the South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) and represents the highest tier in the South Sudan football pyramid.
History
[edit]The league was officially inaugurated on 21 December 2024[1] at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Juba, South Sudan, marking the beginning of professional football in the nation.
The league's creation aims to elevate the standard of football in South Sudan, foster local talent, and provide opportunities for South Sudanese clubs to compete on international platforms such as the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup.
League format
[edit]The South Sudan Premier League typically features 14 teams competing in a round-robin format. Each team plays 26 matches per season, with points awarded for wins and draws. The club with the most points at the end of the season is crowned champion.
Promotion and relegation occur between the Premier League and the second-tier league.
Clubs
[edit]The first ever 14 clubs to participate in the inaugural 2024–25 South Sudan Premier League season.[citation needed]
| Club | Towns |
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| Kator | Juba |
| Jamus SC | Juba |
| Al-Malakai SC | Juba |
| Bentiu City | Bentiu |
| El Merreikh | Bentiu |
| Salaam Aweil FC | Aweil |
| Wajuma | Aweil |
| Al Hilal | Wau |
| Koryom | Bor |
| Nile City | Yambio |
| Young Stars | Torit |
| Lion Hunters | Yei |
| Olympics | Renk |
| Holy Family | Rumbek |
Achievement
[edit]The league winners earns qualification to represent South Sudan in continental competitions, such as CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup, while the runners-up represents CAF confederation Cup.
Sponsorship and Media
[edit]On 21 December 2024, MTN South Sudan was announced as the league sponsorship.
After a successful start of new inaugurated South Sudan Premier League matches, South Sudan Football Association and MTN South Sudan signed a historic 3-Year partnership worth USD $300,000. This was to support local talent and enhance player development.
| Period | Sponsor | Name |
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| 2024 to 2027 | MTN South Sudan | MTN South Sudan Premier League |
Top goalscorers
[edit]| Season | Player | Team | Goals |
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| 2024-25 |  Christopher Kirrya |
Koryom | 24 |
Women's League
[edit]Top goalscorers
[edit]| Season | Player | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 |  Amy Lasu |
11 |
| 2021-22 | Luka Deborah |
14 |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "SSFA- South Sudan Football Association". 13 January 2025. Retrieved 13 January 2025.
External links
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