The Brazilians coach has pointed the finger at a relentless fixture schedule after his side concluded their Betway Premiership season with a disappointing 3-2 defeat against the Rockets. The result leaves the Brazilians' title hopes hanging by a thread, with rivals Orlando Pirates now in pole position to secure the league crown over the coming fortnight.
Former Buccaneers midfielder Hleza Mofedi has declared that the Betway Premiership title race is effectively over following a pivotal set of results that leave the Soweto club needing just three points from two remaining matches to be crowned champions.
The Rockets interim coach hailed his side's tactical discipline after securing a monumental 3-2 victory over the reigning champions. The result marks Parker's first win in the dugout and secures the club's status as a top flight side with a game to spare.
It was another goal fest as The Brazilians saw themselves on the wrong end of a five goal thriller to see their title hopes almost extinguished. Now, with just a three point lead and Orlando Pirates with two games in hand and a superior goal difference, the perennial PSL champions look set to lose out on the domestic title for the first time in eight years.
Junior Khanye has heaped praise on interim co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze for transforming the club's fortunes this season. The Amakhosi legend believes the duo has delivered a significantly better campaign than their predecessor, Nasreddine Nabi, after securing a top-three finish.
The former Masandawana defender has added his voice to the growing frustration surrounding the club’s relentless fixture pile-up as the season reaches its boiling point. His comments mirror the concerns of the Tshwane giants' head coach, who is currently balancing a knife-edge title race against Orlando Pirates with a historic continental final.
A young group of players who lived around Marabastad in Pretoria, most notably Frank Motsepe, Roy Fischer, Ingle Singh and Bernard Hartze, formed the club in the 1960s.
Who are the owners of Mamelodi Sundowns?
Mining magnate Patrice Motsepe bought into Sundowns in 2003 and less than a year later raised his stake from 51% to 100% and renamed the club 'Mamelodi' Sundowns.
What is Mamelodi Sundowns stadium called?
The club play home games at either Loftus Versfeld Stadium in central Pretoria, or Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville.
What are Mamelodi Sundowns nicknames?
The club have a variety of nicknames, including: Bafana ba Style, Masandawana, Ka bo Yellow, Shoe Shine and Piano, and The Brazilians.
How many trophies have Mamelodi Sundowns won?
31 domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (2016), one Caf Super Cup (2017) and the African Football League (2023)
How many times have Mamelodi Sundowns won the league?
The club have won a total of 17 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (14) and NSL (3).
Who has made the most appearances for Mamelodi Sundowns?