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Having launched the first of their 84 retail betting shops in 2000, followed by their online sportsbook presence in 2006, and the Mobile Casino in 2009, South Africans with a predilection for sports betting and casino games are quite familiar with the Hollywoodbets brand. Hollywoodbets currently offers fast, easy access to just about every conceivable form of online gambling entertainment. 

Their huge number of sportsbook markets accept a wide array of pre-match and live in-play sports betting options on horse racing, soccer, numerous local and international lotteries, tennis, rugby, cricket, and tons of others. The Hollywoodbets casino, similarly impressive, offers access to a vast number of slots, classic casino table games, and live dealer games sourced from the world’s foremost software providers. One thing is certain, with Hollywoodbets your online entertainment choices are nearly endless! 

Promotions & Bonuses 

For most gamblers, nothing says we’re happy to see and entertain you as effectively as a great welcome bonus. And considering they offer no less than 13 generous bonuses it is quite evident Hollywoodbets loves entertaining active players and punters. Below we take a look at a few of their offers. 

Welcome Bonus 

Register as a new member right now, then simply use your brand new Hollywoodbets login and get ZAR25 plus 50 free spins to enjoy Habanero’s award-winning slots, simply for signing up! Remember Ts&Cs apply, so make sure to read and understand them. 

VIP & Loyalty 

What are you to do once you’ve enjoyed your welcome bonus to its fullest extent? Well, Hollywoodbets have you more than covered. In fact, with 13 more promo offers on the table, they intend to spoil you rotten. 

Spina Zonke Prize Drops offers you ZAR1 million worth of prizes to be won each month. Entry couldn’t be simpler, start by spinning with a stake of ZAR2 or more on certain Pragmatic Play games between 20:30 & 22:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

Want to visit Bali but never had the cash? Now Hollywoodbets will pay for your Bali trip, alternatively, you can walk away with your share of ZAR150 000. For a chance to win a trip to Bali, bet ZAR10 on JetX, plus you can bet more to improve your odds. 

To win ZAR3 million in the Spina Zonke Jackpot Race, you must spin only ZAR2 between 20:30 & 22:30 on all Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. 

Sick of public transport inconveniences? Hollywoodbets offers you a way out! Qualify to win a brand-new Nissan NP200 bakkie, buy a ZAR50 Holly Top Up voucher that is conveniently available at all Spar stores nationwide and load the credit up to your player account, remember to opt-in while doing so!

Need cash to fill up your new Nissan NP200? Spinning just ZAR2 on selected Yggdrasil slots between Monday 25 & Friday 30 August gives you a chance to win up to ZAR50 000 in cash! 

If the five promotions above are not enough to keep you entertained six more opportunities offer you the chance to improve your gaming sessions. To name a few more, Win up to ZAR16 000 Jika Sports Virtual Sports, Virtual Number, and Virtual Soccer. Or win tickets to the Soweto Derby.  

For ZAR1 million a day in winnings take up the Hollywoodbets Punters Challenge. Get ZAR50 for Referring a Friend and get 10x your stake returned on Soccer Money Back bets. The Soccer Bonus Bonanza earns you percentage bonuses, while to have your losing stake returned the Irish Objection Promotion needs you to back a horse for a straight-up win.

Casino & Sportsbook 

With an interface and menu bar that’s notably different from the standard European / global casino & sportsbook layouts, at first, it may seem a bit difficult to find and navigate your way around the site. However, once you grasp their approach finding what you’re looking for becomes a lot easier.  

The Hollywoodbets sportsbook offers massively comprehensive coverage to all types of markets, and events from across the globe that are supported by a surprisingly large number of betting options. 

The casino is similarly impressive, giving members fast, easy access to a stonkingly large array of top-quality slots, table games, and liver dealer games. All thanks to the ingenuity of SA operators, just a few short years ago local laws would have made such variety impossible! Top it all off, their games all come from critically acclaimed leading software providers in the global industry. 

Slots 

Love slots? Well with Hollywoodbets you have access to over 350 slot titles. Their list of preferred software providers includes top-tier studios like Pragmatic Play, Yggdrasil, NetEnt, Microgaming and many more.  

Table Games 

The Hollywoodbets tables give you access to a wide array of classic casino entertainment. Your options include numerous popular variants of blackjack, baccarat, roulette, and poker. The list goes on to cover just about every type of game you could expect to dream to see at an online casino. Here you can enjoy award-winning games from the likes of industry tech pioneers like Evolution Gaming, Ezugi, and NetEnt. 

Live Dealer 

Similarly impressive is its live dealer offering that features tons of games from industry innovators and tech giants like Evolution Gaming, Pragmatic Play and Ezugi. Expect a great lag-free experience at live roulette, blackjack, poker, and many other tables hosted by professionally trained live dealers. 

Sportsbook 

Whether you are a professional punter who prefers betting on sports over casino games or tend to only place the odd bet on key events, Hollywoodbets has you covered with a hugely impressive selection of sports markets, events, and betting options both in-play and pre-match. You have tons of betting options covering all key local and international sports and events for soccer, horse racing, cricket, rugby, tennis, eSports, golf, athletics, American football, Aussie rules, and many, many others. 

Banking Methods 

It goes without saying that if you can’t pay you can’t play and even if you win you can’t withdraw winnings. As a result, for your convenience, Hollywoodbets accepts and makes payments via a large variety of locally popular and internationally trusted payment methods comprising pre-paid cards, credit & debit cards, e-wallets, bank transfers, ATM deposits, and four Cash Send methods. OWNPAY, Ozow, Peach Payments, Virtual Card Services, and DirectEFT are just a few. 

Mobile 

What came first the chicken or the egg, well in the case of the Hollywoodbets PC and mobile sites the answer is both and neither, because their website is fully mobile-friendly HTML5 enabled it delivers the same top-notch experience to both platforms. When you need to be on the move a mobile-friendly site allows you to switch your gaming or betting session seamlessly between mobile devices and PCs.

Licensing & Security 

As a leading provider of online gambling entertainment Hollywoodbets is under constant scrutiny by local regulators in numerous provinces wherein it holds and needs to comply with the terms of its various licenses. It holds valid licences from regulators in the Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, Kwazulu-Natal, and Limpopo allowing it to operate and offer its services nationally.

Customer Support 

Although you may hardly ever make use of customer services, it is better to have access to great customer support. Because if you do find yourself in need of them it is likely to be dire. Fortunately, Hollywoodbets has a friendly team of professionally trained agents at your disposal, and they invite you to contact them anytime via:

Landline: 087 353 7634 

email: [email protected] 

Phone-A Bet: 087 353 7633 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hollywoodbets  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hollywoodbets  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodbets/  

Snail mail: P.O. Box 74234, Rochdale Park, 4034

Conclusion 

For a company that’s stood firm for over 20 years in the country’s tough legal gambling climate, we can say with some authority that while Hollywoodbets might not always be the perfect solution, in the South African market they are more often than not as good as or improve upon similar services offered by their competition. They have over many years proven themselves as trustworthy and reliable with as many or more products and services as any of their peers in the marketplace. Plus, the sheer variety of their current bonus offering is nothing short of outstanding.  

FAQ  

Q: Is it legal to play slots at Hollywoodbets? 

A: Yes, Hollywoodbets must comply with the terms of their licensing agreements in no less than five provinces. So, the chances of their breaking the law by offering you a service or game deemed illegal by any of their regulators is tantamount to business suicide.  

Q: I do not have a credit or debit card. How do I deposit money into my Hollywoodbets player account? 

A: You can use OWNPAY, Ozow, Peach Payments, Virtual Card Services, and DirectEFT to make deposits directly into the bank accounts of Hollywoodbets. They will then credit your player account once they’ve received and processed your payment.  

Q: Must I have separate player accounts for the sportsbook and the casino or can I use one account to play casino games and place bets on sports? 

A: Yes, you only need one player account to access all Hollywoodbets games and services. Registering for two accounts is highly illegal and will see both your accounts with all money in them blocked and permanently banned.  

Q: Must I call a support agent for assistance or are there any other guides that explain how to do various things, like make deposits? 

A: No, if you prefer working at your own pace and helping yourself refer to the content under the VIDEOS tab on the main menu. There you’ll find hundreds of hours of video guides to help you with just about every aspect of Hollywoodbets. 

Q: What hours are Hollywoodbets open to play? 

A: For your convenience both the casino and sportsbook are open 24/7/365 for you to bet and play at your leisure, anytime of the day or night! 

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SuperSport to Broadcast Midweek Football Action in the Premier League and La Liga

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Midweek football returns with crucial fixtures across the Premier League and La Liga, as title contenders look to maintain momentum and struggling sides fight to steady their campaigns. Fans can watch all the action live on SuperSport, exclusively on DStv and GOtv.

Premier League: Key Battles Across the Table

On Tuesday, Fulham host Man City at 8:30 p.m. City edged Leeds 3–2 at the weekend, with Phil Foden scoring twice to keep them five points behind leaders Arsenal. They now face a revitalised Fulham side who have won back-to-back matches, including a gritty 2–1 victory away at Tottenham, and are steadily pulling clear of the relegation zone.  The match will air live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203)

Also at 9:15 p.m., Newcastle welcome Tottenham to St James’ Park. Spurs remain winless in their last seven games across all competitions and have dropped to fifth after their 2–1 home defeat to Fulham. Newcastle, meanwhile, arrive with renewed confidence after a commanding 4–1 win at Everton and continue to be one of the league’s toughest home sides. The match will air live on SS Action (GOtv Ch. 66, DStv Ch. 206)

On Wednesday, league leaders Arsenal return at 8:30 p.m. when they face Brentford at the Emirates. Arsenal were held to a 1–1 draw by Chelsea but remain firmly in control at the top. Brentford, who beat Burnley 3–1 last time out, continue to show strong form at home but have struggled to replicate those performances on the road. Watch live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203)

At 9:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Leeds United take on Chelsea at Elland Road live on SS Football (DStv Ch. 205, GOtv Ch. 61). Chelsea battled to a 1–1 draw against Arsenal despite going a man down, and a win here could push them into second place depending on other results. Leeds, however, have lost four straight and sit in the relegation zone, needing a turnaround to avoid deeper trouble.

Also at 9:15 p.m., Liverpool face Sunderland at Anfield. Liverpool stopped their run of defeats with a controlled 2–0 win away at West Ham and now aim to re-establish rhythm against a Sunderland side sitting near the top of the table. Sunderland edged Bournemouth 3–2 in their last outing, ending a three-game winless stretch. The match will be live on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204)

On Thursday, Man United host West Ham at 9:00 p.m., airing live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). United came from behind to beat Crystal Palace 2–1 at Selhurst Park, recording their first victory in four matches. West Ham, meanwhile, remain close to the relegation zone after a 2–0 loss to Liverpool and need a stabilising result.

La Liga: Top Contenders Face Crucial Tests

On Tuesday, Barcelona face Atlético Madrid at 9:00 p.m. Barcelona’s 3–1 win over Alavés moved them top of the table, but they now confront an Atlético side in exceptional form. Atlético have won six straight league matches and remain unbeaten in more than ten across all competitions, making them one of the most dangerous teams in Spain at the moment.

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On Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., Athletic Club host Real Madrid at San Mamés. Real Madrid have drawn their last three league matches, including a 1–1 result against Girona, a run that has cost them top spot. Athletic, meanwhile, arrive after a confident 2–0 win away at Levante and continue to show strong defensive discipline. With Barcelona, Real Madrid, Villarreal and Atlético all tightly packed at the top, every point now carries significant weight. Both games air live on SS La Liga (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62).

Midweek Highlights

Premier League

  • Fulham vs Man City — Tue, 8:30 p.m.

  • Newcastle vs Tottenham — Tue, 9:15 p.m.

  • Arsenal vs Brentford — Wed, 8:30 p.m.

  • Leeds United vs Chelsea — Wed, 9:15 p.m.

  • Liverpool vs Sunderland — Wed, 9:15 p.m.

  • Man United vs West Ham — Thu, 9:00 p.m.

La Liga

  • Barcelona vs Atlético Madrid — Tue, 9:00 p.m.

  • Athletic Club vs Real Madrid — Wed, 7:00 p.m.

Catch Every Game

Stream every match live on select SuperSport channels or on the DStv Stream and GOtv Stream apps. Manage or upgrade your subscription via the MyDStv or MyGOtv apps, or visit www.dstv.com and www.gotvafrica.com, or dial *288# to stay connected.

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Don’t Miss These EPL Games as DStv Opens EPL Channels to All Customers from Yanga Up

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The Premier League enters another decisive weekend, and the title picture could look very different by Sunday night. Arsenal’s trip to Stamford Bridge headlines a fixture list loaded with jeopardy, while Manchester United face a resurgent Crystal Palace side with top-six ambitions of their own. Manchester City have a chance to apply early pressure, and Liverpool are fighting simply to keep their season from unravelling further.

Across the board, the margins are tightening, and for several contenders, this is a weekend they cannot afford to get wrong.

  • Crystal Palace vs. Manchester United (13:00 WAT, Sunday)

Crystal Palace enter the weekend knowing a win could pull them into the league’s top six — and depending on other results, even edge them into the top-three conversation. Their football has been coherent, aggressive, and structurally sound, despite losing talisman Eberechi Eze in the summer.

United’s defeat at home to 10-man Everton raised familiar concerns: inconsistency in midfield, disjointed pressing, and an attack that drifts in and out of games. The lack of midweek football can be their biggest advantage. Palace, by contrast, are coming off a Thursday European fixture, a schedule squeeze that could affect their intensity in the closing stages.

But based on current form, Palace look to be the more complete team. Their starting XI has been one of the most stable and coordinated in the league, while United arrive trying to prove they remain credible top-four contenders. For Palace, this is a chance to protect their position or announce themselves as part of the season’s emerging elite.

  • Liverpool vs West Ham (15:05 WAT, Sunday)

Liverpool’s fall from defending champions to 12th in the table has been one of the season’s sharpest regressions, and the pressure around Anfield is starting to tighten. A squad rebuilt around high-profile summer arrivals – Wirtz, Isak and Frimpong – has yet to find rhythm, raising uncomfortable questions about recruitment and adaptation. Liverpool have taken just one win from their last five matches, and anything short of victory here risks deepening the crisis.

Morale hasn’t been helped by the long-term loss of Diogo Jota, whose absence has forced a tactical reshuffle and exposed the team’s diminishing depth in the final third. A win could lift Liverpool back toward the fringes of the top six, restoring some sense of trajectory in a title-defence campaign that has never quite ignited.

West Ham, meanwhile, come into the weekend with quiet momentum. Two wins from their last three have pulled them clear of immediate relegation danger, and David Moyes’ side have shown a sharper edge in midfield and transition. They are still unpredictable, capable of resilience but equally prone to lapses, yet against this version of Liverpool, they will feel there is something to take.

Form points in West Ham’s direction. Expectation leans heavily on Liverpool. And somewhere in between lies a match that could decide how long the pressure around Anfield remains manageable.

  • Chelsea vs Arsenal (17:30 WAT, Sunday)

Chelsea enter the London derby with an opportunity that has become increasingly rare in recent seasons: a chance to gain ground on Arsenal in the title race. But the task is formidable. Arsenal remain one of the league’s most balanced sides – defensively disciplined, structurally tight, and consistently incisive in the final third – and they arrive at Stamford Bridge with form and confidence on their side.

Recent history does not favour Chelsea. They haven’t beaten Arsenal in the league since 2021, a run that has shaped the psychological edge between the teams. Yet this Chelsea side has shown enough volatility, both good and bad, to make the derby feel closer than the table suggests. With the top of the league in reach, the stakes sharpen.

For Arsenal, Eze’s form provides an additional spark. Fresh off a hat-trick in the North London derby, he comes into this fixture with a swagger that could tilt the attacking equation. Chelsea, meanwhile, face uncertainty around Cole Palmer’s availability, a variable that could shape their entire attacking approach.

It’s a derby that feels finely balanced, even if Arsenal hold the statistical and historical advantages. For Chelsea, this is less about rivalry and more about rewriting a narrative that has belonged to Arsenal for the better part of four years.

  • Manchester City vs. Leeds United (15:00 WAT, Saturday)

Manchester City arrive at the weekend on the back of two frustrating results, but even in a stuttering moment, they remain overwhelming favourites. The quality gap is obvious – Haaland, Foden and the rest of City’s core operate at a level Leeds are still adjusting to after their return to the Premier League.

Leeds, meanwhile, remain locked in a relegation fight, with just one win from their last five matches. Their effort and energy are rarely in question, but the margins at this level are unforgiving, and their squad is still catching up to the demands of the division. Against City, any hesitation, in possession or in transition, is usually punished.

For Pep Guardiola’s side, the stakes are sharper than they appear. A win would take City up to second place, at least temporarily, applying immediate pressure ahead of the Arsenal–Chelsea clash later in the day. And if Chelsea falters, City could reclaim the spot they have long treated as familiar territory.

For fans who want to follow every twist and turn, DStv Yanga customers will have full access to SuperSport EPL and SuperSport Action from 12AM on Sunday, 30 November through to 11:59PM same day. Whether it’s the high-stakes London derby, City’s push to reclaim second place, or Liverpool’s fight to steady the ship, every match is available live, uninterrupted. The channels will return to their regular Compact packages on Monday morning, giving viewers a chance to digest what promises to be a defining weekend in the Premier League.

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SuperSport to Air Mega Football Weekend with PL Sunday Offer

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Club football continues with a heavyweight slate of fixtures across Europe’s top leagues, headlined by the Premier League’s London derby between Chelsea and Arsenal supported this weekend by SuperSport’s Sunday Special open window, which gives GOtv Jolli and DStv Yanga customers access to Premier League action all day on Sunday. All matches will be broadcast live on SuperSport, exclusively on DStv and GOtv.

Premier League: Chelsea and Arsenal Takes Centre Stage

Saturday opens at 4:00 p.m. with Man City hosting Leeds United. City have suffered consecutive defeats in the league and Europe, while Leeds remain deep in relegation trouble after three straight losses.

At 6:30 p.m., Everton face Newcastle. The Toffees are chasing a third straight win, while Newcastle arrive on the back of a Champions League setback against Marseille. The day ends at 9:00 p.m. as Tottenham meet Fulham. Spurs are searching for their first win in four matches across all competitions.

Sunday’s action begins at 1:00 p.m. with Crystal Palace facing Man United. Palace sit fifth and continue to push the pack above them; United, winless in three, need a response.At 3:05 p.m., West Ham take on Liverpool. Liverpool have hit a rough patch, losing to both Nottingham Forest and PSV in the past week.

The weekend’s headline fixture kicks off at 5:30 p.m. as Chelsea welcome Arsenal. The league leaders have won six of their last seven and impressed in Europe with their victory over Bayern Munich. Chelsea, buoyed by wins against Burnley and Barcelona, aim to close the six-point gap separating them from top spot.

All Premier League matches are live on SuperSport Premier League (DStv Ch. 203, GOtv Ch. 65).

La Liga: Barcelona Push, Atlético Surge, Madrid Defend Top Spot

Barcelona face Alavés on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. Barça come in from a 3-0 loss to Chelsea in the Champions League and remain one point behind Real Madrid. Alavés, with three wins in their last four, will seek an upset.

At 9:00 p.m., Atlético Madrid host Real Oviedo. Atlético are La Liga’s form side with five straight wins and 10 unbeaten, yet still sit fourth. Oviedo remain bottom with only one win this season.

Sunday at 2:00 p.m. sees Real Sociedad face Villarreal. Villarreal enter with four consecutive victories and sit third; Sociedad are unbeaten in five and remain dangerous.

The Seville Derby follows at 4:15 p.m. as Sevilla meet Real Betis. Betis sit fifth but have only one win in five; Sevilla, 11th, can climb significantly with a victory and favourable results elsewhere.

The weekend closes with Real Madrid traveling to Girona at 9:00 p.m. Madrid, coming off back-to-back league draws but buoyed by a Champions League win over Olympiakos, must win to protect their lead.

All La Liga matches air live on SuperSport La Liga (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62).

Serie A: Top Four Separated by Just Three Points

 Juventus take on Cagliari at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Juve have drawn their last two league fixtures but picked up a Champions League win in midweek. Cagliari remain winless in eight.

At 8:45 p.m., AC Milan take on Lazio. Milan, fresh from a derby victory over Inter, sit second and remain firmly in the title hunt. Lazio have won three of their last five.

On Sunday at 3:00 p.m., Pisa host Inter Milan. Inter need a response after league and European defeats.

The round concludes with Roma against Napoli at 8:45 p.m., a top-of-the-table meeting between first and third. Both teams earned big midweek European victories and enter in strong form.

All Serie A matches are live on SuperSport Africa 2 (DStv Ch. 208, GOtv Ch. 64).

Ligue 1: PSG Defend a Narrow Lead in a Tight Title Race

Saturday at 5:00 p.m., Monaco host PSG. PSG remain top with 30 points and arrive after a decisive win over Le Havre. Monaco, eighth, need a major response following their 4-1 defeat to Rennes. This match will air on SuperSport Africa 1 (GOtv Ch. 63, DStv Ch. 207).

At 9:05 p.m., Marseille face Toulouse. Marseille are in strong scoring form after a 5-1 win over Nice, while Toulouse seek consistency after a narrow loss to Angers.

Sunday features Strasbourg facing Brest at 3:00 p.m., followed by Angers against Lens and Le Havre squaring up Lille, both at 5:15 p.m.  Lens remain firmly in the title chase, while Lille continue to push for European places.

Catch all Ligue 1 matches will air live on SuperSport Football (DStv Ch. 205, GOtv Ch. 61).

Weekend Highlights

Premier League

  • Man City vs Leeds — Sat, 4:00 p.m.

  • Everton vs Newcastle — Sat, 6:30 p.m.

  • Tottenham vs Fulham — Sat, 9:00 p.m.

  • Crystal Palace vs Man United — Sun, 1:00 p.m.

  • West Ham vs Liverpool — Sun, 3:05 p.m.

  • Chelsea vs Arsenal — Sun, 5:30 p.m.

La Liga

  • Barcelona vs Alavés — Sat, 4:15 p.m.

  • Atlético Madrid vs Real Oviedo — Sat, 9:00 p.m.

  • Real Sociedad vs Villarreal — Sun, 2:00 p.m.

  • Sevilla vs Real Betis — Sun, 4:15 p.m.

  • Girona vs Real Madrid — Sun, 9:00 p.m.

Serie A

  • Juventus vs Cagliari — Sat, 6:00 p.m.

  • AC Milan vs Lazio — Sat, 8:45 p.m.

  • Pisa vs Inter Milan — Sun, 3:00 p.m.

  • Roma vs Napoli — Sun, 8:45 p.m.

Ligue 1

  • Monaco vs PSG — Sat, 5:00 p.m. (on SS Africa 1)

  • Marseille vs Toulouse — Sat, 9:05 p.m.

  • Strasbourg vs Brest — Sun, 3:00 p.m.

  • Angers vs Lens — Sun, 5:15 p.m.

  • Le Havre vs Lille — Sun, 5:15 p.m.

Free Access this Football Weekend

All Premier League matches are on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203), with Sunday Special open access available to all GOtv Jolli and DStv Yanga customers.

All La Liga matches are on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204). Ligue 1 is on SS Africa 1 (PSG match) and SS Football for all other fixtures. Serie A is live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208).

Stream every match live on DStv Stream or GOtv Stream. Upgrade or stay connected via the MyDStv or MyGOtv app, dial *288#, or visit the official websites.

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