The SAFA Regional League, known as the Hollywoodbets Regional League for sponsorship reasons,[1] is the fourth tier of domestic football in the South African football pyramid. As of 2023, each region plays in a league of 18 teams, with the top two teams being promoted to the SAFA Second Division.[1] Most teams are made up of players under the age of 19.[2]
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| Country |  South Africa |
|---|---|
| Confederation | South African Football Association |
| Divisions | 52 |
| Number of teams | 852 |
| Level on pyramid | 4 |
| Promotion to | SAFA Second Division |
| Relegation to | LFA Super League |
| Website | www |
| Current: 2024-25 | |
In March 2023, the owner of North-West team Luka Ball Controllers was taken in for police questioning after allegedly paying R1000 each to five junior players from Swartruggens FC, their next opponents, to not attend the match, with the intention of winning by walkover. SAFA stated that they would convene a disciplinary hearing.[3]
Sub-Leagues
The competition is split into 52 sub divisions.
References
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