Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has suggested his team is not yet ready for “high-demanding” games early in the 2025/26 season. The Portuguese was speaking after the Brazilians lost on penalties to Orlando Pirates in the semi-finals of the MTN8 in Atteridgeville, Pretoria, over the weekend. Cardoso argued that Sundowns’ participation in the FIFA 2025… Continue reading Sundowns Coach Understands Team Early Struggles
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Miguel Cardoso Happy with Sundowns Start
After much thought, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has concluded he is on the right track at the club. The Portuguese has been at the helm since December last year, having taken over from Manqoba Mngqithi. Sundowns went on to retain their league title with a 12-point difference over second-placed Orlando Pirates, and credit to… Continue reading Miguel Cardoso Happy with Sundowns Start
Sundowns to Cut Down Current Squad
Mamelodi Sundowns mentor Miguel Cardoso has hinted at a smaller squad for the Betway Premiership champions ahead of next the season. The Brazilians boosted a squad of 40 players last season, as per Transfermarkt, including five goalkeepers. Three players have already been let go: Lucas Suarez, Rivaldo Coetzee, and Sipho Mbule, who was on loan… Continue reading Sundowns to Cut Down Current Squad
Sundowns Ready to Take on the World
Miguel Cardoso is not in the good books of Mamelodi Sundowns supporters at the moment, and all eyes will be on him during the FIFA Club World Cup. The Portuguese’s troubles started when he failed to guide Sundowns against Egyptian side, Pyramids, who beat them in the CAF Champions League final. Depending on how Sundowns… Continue reading Sundowns Ready to Take on the World
Mamelodi Sundowns Coach Lauds The Players
The 2024/25 Betway Premiership season has appeared to be a walk in the park for Mamelodi Sundowns, but head coach Miguel Cardoso says there’s a lot of work being done behind the scenes. The Tshwane team was confirmed champions for the eighth consecutive time on Wednesday following a 3-0 victory over Chippa United in East… Continue reading Mamelodi Sundowns Coach Lauds The Players
Sundowns Coach Owns Up to his Fans-Berating ‘Mistake’
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has admitted he erred in his comments that the Loftus Stadium was “almost empty” when they played Al Ahly in the first leg of the CAF Champions League semi-finals. “It’s so sad to see such a beautiful stadium almost empty when you have a semi-final of the Champions League.… Continue reading Sundowns Coach Owns Up to his Fans-Berating ‘Mistake’
Sundowns duo dominates PSL Awards
Brazilian star Lucas Ribeiro Costa has been rewarded for some fine performances in the colours of Mamelodi Sundowns. The 26-year-old was named the Premier Soccer League (PSL) Player of the Month for February. It’s the second time Ribeiro takes home the monthly award this season, after winning one for September/October 2024. “The Brazilian was involved… Continue reading Sundowns duo dominates PSL Awards
Tlhopie Motsepe: Mamelodi Sundowns will Play for Africa in the FIFA World Club
Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Tlhopie Motsepe has insisted that the team’s participation in the FIFA Club World Cup will be for all of Africa. The ‘Brazilians’ became the first team from the continent to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup trophy at their base, Chloorkop, Gauteng, yesterday, February 6, ahead of the tournament in June. The… Continue reading Tlhopie Motsepe: Mamelodi Sundowns will Play for Africa in the FIFA World Club