Mamelodi Sundowns is a South African football club that competes in the Premier Soccer League (PSL). As one of the most successful clubs in the PSL, they have several rivals within the league, including:
- Orlando Pirates – This is one of the oldest and most successful clubs in South African football, with a passionate fan base that is known for creating an electric atmosphere during matches. Sundowns and Orlando Pirates have a long-standing rivalry that dates back several decades.
- Kaizer Chiefs – This is another storied club with a large following. The rivalry between Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs has grown in recent years due to the success of both clubs in the PSL.
- SuperSport United – This is a club based in Pretoria, the same city as Sundowns. While not as storied as Orlando Pirates or Kaizer Chiefs, SuperSport United has emerged as a strong competitor in recent years, and their matches against Sundowns are often highly anticipated.
- Bidvest Wits – This was a club based in Johannesburg that had a strong rivalry with Sundowns before it was disbanded in 2020. However, their matches against Sundowns were often intense and highly competitive, and many football fans still remember the rivalry between these two clubs.
- Bloemfontein Celtic – This is another club that has a long-standing rivalry with Sundowns. While not as high-profile as the other clubs on this list, the matches between Sundowns and Bloemfontein Celtic are often intense and closely contested.