2025 MTN 8
The 2025 MTN 8 was the 51st edition of the South African soccer competition featuring the top 8-placed teams at the conclusion of the previous Premiership season, and the 18th under its current sponsored name. The competition started on 2 August 2025 and concluded on 13 September 2025.
Prize money was R10 million for the winners and R1 million each for the other 7 participants. Orlando Pirates were defending champions. They won their fourth consecutive MTN 8 title after defeating Stellenbosch 3–0 in extra time in a repeat of the 2024 MTN 8 final at Mbombela Stadium, Mpumalanga.
Tshepang Moremi was named Man of the match after scoring a brace and providing an assist in the final. Iqraam Rayners finished the competition as the top goal scorer with 3 goals.
| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Teams | 8 |
| Final positions | |
| Champions | Orlando Pirates |
| Runners-up | Stellenbosch F.C. |
| Tournament statistics | |
| Matches played | 9 |
| Goals scored | 27 (3 per match) |
| Top goal scorer | Iqraam Rayners (3 goals) |
All statistics correct as of 13 September 2025. | |