Safa looks to first week of August for restarting PSL fixtures

The SA Football Association says the first week of August is the appropriate date for restarting Premier Soccer League matches.

While Safa’s statement was tersely worded‚ there did appear to be an element of compromise to its stance. On Monday, PSL chair Irvin Khoza told a media conference that while Fifa will accept a 2019-2020 season beyond August 31, if duly informed‚ the league sees such a cut-off date as essential due to pressing financial concerns.

“Safa duly appointed Thulani Ngwenya and Mlungisi Ncame as the compliance officers to liaise with the NSL.

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