South Africa National Div 2

The SAFA Second Division (known as the ABC Motsepe League for sponsorship reasons, and previously the Vodacom League between 1998 and 2012, was founded in 1998 as the overall third tier of South African football. The competition is regulated by SAFA, and until 2012 had been sponsored by mobile telecommunications company Vodacom.

It features 144 teams in total, divided into 9 divisions, borders decided by the 9 geo-political provinces of South Africa: Eastern Cape, Free State, KwaZulu Natal, Northern Cape, Western Cape, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West. Each provincial division contains 16 teams. The winner of each provincial division qualifies for the annual promotional playoffs, where the winners of two streams are promoted to the National First Division. In each province, the two lowest-ranked teams by the end of the season, are relegated to the fourth tier U21 SAB Regional League, which in return will promote two playoff winners from the Regional Championships.

All clubs in South Africa also are allowed to compete with youth teams (U19/U21) and/or a reserve team in a lower SAFA league. If a club opt to field such teams, the U19 teams will start out at the fifth level in the U19 National League, while U21 teams or reserve teams will start out at the fourth level in the U21 SAB Regional League. If any U19 team win promotion for U21 SAB Regional League or SAFA Second Division, this promotion is fully accepted. No club are entitled to field two teams at the same level, and rule 4.6.4 of the SAFA regulations states that if the mother club play in the National First Division or Premier Soccer League, then the highest level these additional Youth/Reserve teams are allowed to compete will be the SAFA Second Division. In such cases, where a non-promotable team manage to win their regional division, the ticket for the promotional playoffs will instead be handed over to the second-best team in the division.

In March 2014, the Motsepe Foundation signed a five-year deal for the naming rights of the competition worth 40 million ZAR. Patrice Motsepe named the competition in honour of his late father, Augustine Butana Chaane Motsepe. The sponsorship was renewed for five years in 2018.

The South Africa National Div 2 soccer tournament is an exciting and highly competitive event that showcases the talent and passion for the sport in South Africa. This tournament serves as a platform for teams from various regions across the country to compete against each other and strive for promotion to higher divisions.

The tournament features teams from all corners of South Africa, representing different cities, towns, and communities. These teams consist of skilled and dedicated players who are eager to showcase their abilities and make a name for themselves in the soccer world.

The South Africa National Div 2 tournament is known for its fast-paced and intense matches, where teams battle it out on the field to secure victories and climb up the rankings. The matches are filled with thrilling moments, skillful displays, and strategic gameplay, captivating both players and spectators alike.

The tournament provides an opportunity for young and aspiring soccer players to catch the attention of scouts and potentially earn a spot in higher-level teams or even national squads. It serves as a stepping stone for players to further their careers and fulfill their dreams of playing professional soccer.

The South Africa National Div 2 tournament also fosters a sense of unity and camaraderie among the participating teams and their supporters. It brings together people from diverse backgrounds, united by their love for the sport, creating an electric atmosphere in the stadiums.

Overall, the South Africa National Div 2 soccer tournament is a celebration of the sport, showcasing the immense talent and passion that exists within South Africa. It is a platform for players to shine, teams to compete, and fans to come together in support of their favorite teams, making it a truly memorable event in the South African soccer calendar.