South Sudan Premier League

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South Sudan Premier League
South Sudan Premier League.png
Founded21 December 2024
Country South Sudan
Confederation CAF
Number of clubs14
Level on pyramid 1
Relegation to South Sudan National League
Domestic cup(s) South Sudan National Cup
League cup(s)South Sudan Super Cup
International cup(s) Champions League
Confederation Cup
Current champions1st Edition ( first Season ongoing 2024-25 )
Sponsor(s) MTN South Sudan
Current: 2024-25

The South Sudan Premier League (SSPL) is the top professional football league in South Sudan. Established in 21 December 2024 and operates under the governance of the South Sudan Football Association (SSFA). The League represent the highest tier in the South Sudan football pyramid and serves as a platform for the nation's football talent.

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History

The league was officially inaugurated on 21 December 2024 [1] at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Juba, South Sudan. This historic event marked the beginning of professional football in the nation. The launch ceremony featured athletes, dignitaries, and football enthusiasts, with MTN South Sudan announced as the league's primary sponsor.

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

The South Sudan Premier League typically features 14 teams competing in a round-robin format. Each team plays 26 matches throughout the 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

The first ever 14 clubs to participle in 1st edition of South Sudan Premier League season 2024-25,Thus includes clubs from various local football association all across the country.

ClubTowns
Kator Juba
Jumas Juba
Al-Malakai SC Juba
Bentiu City Bentiu
Al Merrikh 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

The league winners earns qualification to represents South Sudan and Continental competitions, Such as CAF champions League and CAF Confederation Cup, The league winners represent the country in international cups such as CAF champions League while the runners-up represents CAF confederation Cup.

Challenges

The league continues to face challenges, including:

Despite these challenges, efforts are underway to strengthen the league and promote football across the country.

Sponsorship and Media

On 21 December 2024, MTN South Sudan was announced as the league sponsorship, a key partner in promoting football development in the country.

After a very successful start of new inaugurated South Sudan Premier League matches, South Sudan Football Association and MTN South Sudan signed a historic 3-Years partnership worth USD $300,000 [2] . This was to support local talent and enhance player development, preparing them for global competition.

PeriodSponsorName
2024 to 2027 MTN South Sudan MTN South Sudan Premier League

See also

Reference

[1] Establishment of South Sudan Premier League

[2] SSFA and MTN South Sudan partnership

  1. 1 2 "SSFA- South Sudan Football Association". 13 January 2025. Retrieved 13 January 2025.
  2. 1 2 "SSFA- South Sudan Football Association". 13 January 2025. Retrieved 13 January 2025.

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