Mamelodi Sundowns shocked the continent in November 2024. The Portuguese Miguel Cardoso replaced former coach Manqoba Mngqithi.
The former Esperance mentor had to hit the ground running — not only to deliver results, but also to maintain the Sundowns’ traditional shoeshine and piano style of football.
Despite winning the Betway Premiership and making the CAF Champions League final, Cardoso’s critics feel his football is too pragmatic and direct for Kabo Yellow.
MIGUEL CARDOSO CLARIFIES HIS STYLE OF PLAY
“In the beginning, people were saying, ‘Ah, maybe coach Miguel’s style is not exactly Sundowns’ style’. That’s absolutely wrong,” Cardoso said…Full story here.
WHY RAYNERS CHOSE MAMELODI SUNDOWNS
After making the move to Sundowns from Stellenbosch in August 2024, the striker quickly silenced any doubts about his ability to perform at one of South Africa’s supremos.
The Mitchells Plain-born star hit the ground running, scoring on debut in a continental qualifier and following that up with crucial goals in both domestic and Champions League fixtures.
By midseason, Rayners had already registered double figures in goals and was consistently involved in build-up play and assists… Full story here.
CAN MAMELODI SUNDOWNS WIN THE ELUSIVE CAF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE THIS SEASON?
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