The economics of a Soweto derby behind closed doors

Gomolemo Motshwane

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Stakeholders and partners of the PSL suffered significant financial loses in commercial revenue as a result of the Soweto derby being played behind closed doors.

Saturday’s MTN8 semifinal between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs will go down in history as the first fixture featuring the Soweto giants to be played without fans in attendance.

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