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CAF Champions League Final - 2nd Leg: FAR Rabat v Mamelodi Sundowns

Williams fires PSL warning at Pirates - 'There are mentality monsters in this team'

The Tshwane giants’ goalkeeper has peeled back the layers on a season of mixed emotions, with the Brazilians sensationally knocked off their perch as South African champions. While the Chloorkop outfit conquered the continent by clinching CAF Champions League glory, surrendering their domestic crown to the Buccaneers has left a bitter aftertaste in the camp. Still, the Bafana Bafana international maintains that the Pretoria-based side possesses a rock-solid mentality, insisting the group’s mindset remains unshaken despite the domestic setback.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns November 2025

Sundowns confirm Cardoso contract talks

The Brazilians chairman Tlhopie Motsepe has confirmed that the club is set to enter formal contract negotiations with head coach following their historic continental success. The Portuguese tactician’s current deal is due to expire at the end of June, sparking speculation about his long-term future at Chloorkop.

Themba Zwane on retirement - 'I don’t want to lie...'

The Brazilians captain has broken his silence regarding his future at Chloorkop following the club's historic CAF Champions League triumph. The veteran midfielder remains a focal point of the Masandawana dynasty, but questions regarding his longevity have surfaced as his contract nears its conclusion.

Sundowns & Pirates trophies a 'boost' for World Cup - Adams

The midfielder believes the recent domestic and continental success of South Africa's biggest clubs will provide a massive psychological lift for Hugo Broos' team. With the FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the Masandawana star feels the winning momentum at club level is exactly what the national team needs to make an impact on the global stage.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2026

McKenzie slams Cardoso

The Sports Minister has launched a scathing counter-attack against the Brazilians’ boss following the club's recent continental success. The minister’s intervention comes after the Masandawana tactician questioned the domestic football structures in the wake of their CAF Champions League triumph over AS FAR.

Ex-Sundowns star hails Cardoso after CAFCL glory - 'You can't win everything'

The Masandawana legend has come out to commend the head coach after the club’s historic Champions League triumph, backing his impact despite a mixed domestic run. The former defender insists that lifting African football’s biggest prize outweighs any shortcomings at home, arguing that sacrifices made over the course of the season have now been fully justified by continental glory.

Sundowns chairman calls for unity after CAFCL glory - 'I hope all our voices are just gonna be positive'

The Masandawana chairman has called for a fresh era of unity, belief, and positivity at Chloorkop following the club’s long-awaited return to the summit of African football. The Brazilians have finally added that elusive second star, ending years of longing and pressure. Motsepe believes the constant obsession with matching that historic success has grown into a mental burden, but with the Champions League trophy back in the cabinet, the Sundowns supremo is now urging the Yellow Nation to move forward with renewed optimism and embrace a future without limits.

Lucas Ribeiro, Cultural Leonesa, November 2025

Sundowns won CAFCL same day Ribeiro got relegated, he can just apologise & come back' - Fans

The reigning Premier Soccer League Player of the Season parted ways with the Tshwane giants under a dark cloud, with the fallout still lingering long after his departure in search of greener pastures, a bitter exit that left the Masandawana faithful stunned and heartbroken. After lighting up the campaign in Chloorkop and cementing himself as one of the league’s standout performers, the 27-year-old could never have imagined that his next chapter with Cultural Leonesa would unravel in such frustrating fashion.

Cardoso hits back at critics after CAFCL triumph - 'Where do you come from?'

The Brazilians boss has pulled no punches in his assessment of his early detractors following the club’s continental triumph during the weekend. The Portuguese tactician guided the South African giants to their second continental crown, but he clearly hasn't forgotten the cold reception he received upon his arrival in Tshwane.

Williams on penalty heroics & claiming second star

The Brazilians goalkeeper has hailed his side's continental triumph as just reward for years of persistent effort and continental heartbreak. The Bafana Bafana shot-stopper played a pivotal role as the Brazilians secured their second star with a hard-fought aggregate win over the Royal Castle.

Teboho Mokoena Themba Zwane Mamelodi Sundowns CAF Champions League trophy

Mokoena dedicates CAFCL victory to 'Mamzo in the kitchen'

The Brazilians' midfielder also revealed that his match-winning goal in Morocco was exactly what he had dreamed of the night before Masandawana went on to secure their second continental title with a hard-fought victory over AS FAR.

AS FAR 1-1 Sundowns: 'Mudau should be playing for Man City; Well-deserved second star'

After a decade of waiting, dreaming, and relentless pursuit of a second star, the South African giants have finally ended the long drought. Miguel Cardoso and his charges rose to the occasion, delivering the coveted African championship crown to the Masandawana faithful in a historic triumph that ended years of near misses and restored continental pride.

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Eymael weighs in on Petersen vs Goss WC debate - 'There is not a big difference in quality...'

The former PSL coach has offered his verdict on the national team’s goalkeeping debate ahead of the global showpiece, insisting there is very little to distinguish the leading contenders. The experienced tactician believes the race for the back up goalkeeper spots remains finely balanced, adding that the quality gap between the current Kaizer Chiefs and Siwelele goalkeepers is virtually non-existent.

Sibisi hails fans after PSL glory - 'They’ve been massive'

The Buccaneers’ captain has paid a heartfelt tribute to the club’s devoted supporters following their historic Premier Soccer League title triumph. The Sea Robbers clinched the championship after a tense battle with Mamelodi Sundowns, capping off an incredible season that also saw them lift the MTN8 and Carling Knockout Cup. With the loyal fans backing the Mayfair-based side throughout, their unwavering support proved a major boost for the players on their way to a memorable campaign.

Grant Kekana, Thapelo Morena, Divine Lunga and Zuko Mdunyelwa of Mamelodi Sundowns

Kekana: Sundowns mentally ready for AS FAR clash

The Brazilians are on the brink of continental immortality as they prepare to face Al-Zaeem in the second leg final of Africa’s premier club competition. Holding a slender 1-0 lead from the first leg in Pretoria, the South African giants are determined to secure their second-ever star in Rabat on Sunday.

Sundowns veteran hints at retirement

Masandawana star has cast doubt over his future at the club, suggesting that the upcoming CAF Champions League final could be his swansong. As the Brazilians prepare for a titanic second-leg clash in Morocco, the longest-serving member of the team has left the door open to a potential retirement.

Appollis on fan pressure - 'They have been hard on us'

Bafana Bafana star has lifted the lid on his debut season with the Soweto giants after helping his side secure a historic treble. The attacker admitted that while the pressure from the Ghost has been intense, it played a vital role in the club finally ending a 14-year wait for league glory.

Teboho Mokoena Mamelodi Sundowns Khalid Ait Ouarkhane AS FAR

AS FAR vs Sundowns Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

Here are all the details you need to follow the premier continental competition's decisive second leg encounter between Alexandre Santos' Al-Zaeem and Miguel Cardoso's Masandawana at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, with the Pretoria-based club looking to maintain their 1-0 first leg advantage to claim a second star above the club crest.

Denis Onyango, Mamelodi Sundowns, May 2025

Onyango on Sundowns travel issues

Masandawana veteran goalkeeper has broken his silence regarding the chaotic travel arrangements that threatened to derail the club's Champions League ambitions. The South African giants faced significant delays as they attempted to travel to Morocco for the high-stakes second-leg final against AS FAR.

Williams says Champions League victory will unite SA - ‘people forget their problems and just celebrate Mamelodi Sundowns’

Bafana Bafana captain is dreaming of more than just silverware as his side prepares for the Champions League final second leg against AS FAR. The Masandawana shotstopper believes a victory in Rabat would provide a much-needed emotional boost for the entire South African nation.

Abdeslam Ouaddou and Mandla Ncikazi, Orlando Pirates

Ncikazi admits Pirates 'can't underestimate the emotional state of the game’ against Orbit

The Buccaneers stand on the precipice of history as they prepare for a high-stakes Betway Premiership finale against Mswenko boys at the Mbombela Stadium. Abdeslam Ouaddou's right hand man has expressed unwavering confidence in his side's ability to secure the result needed to clinch a first league title in over a decade.

Themba Zwane, Mamelodi Sundowns, June 2025

Zwane hails 'brotherhood' after Morocco travel chaos

The Brazilians captain has lauded the resilient spirit within the squad following a gruelling travel ordeal ahead of their CAF Champions League final second leg. Despite significant delays and logistical hurdles, the veteran midfielder insists the South African giants remain fully focused on securing continental glory in Morocco.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana

Ex-Pirates star slams Broos over Bafana squad

A Buccaneers legend has launched a scathing attack on the Belgian tactician following the announcement of the preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The retired attacker believes the veteran coach has made several grave errors in his player assessments ahead of the global showpiece.

Thabiso Monyane and Tashreeq Matthews, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Kaizer Chiefs May 2026

Chiefs, Pirates & Sundowns breathe a sigh of relief after CANAL+ confirms commitment to PSL

The future of South African football broadcasting has been handed a major boost following high-level discussions between the top flight league and the French media powerhouse who bought out DSTV. Concerns over the impact the takeover would have on the PSL's lucrative television rights have been widespread after the global broadcaster embarked on aggressive cost-cutting measures.

Zwane issues warning for Sundowns' Rabat mission

Downs veteran has issued a defiant message to his teammates as the Brazilians prepare for a hostile reception in Morocco. Despite facing significant travel complications, the South African giants are determined to protect their slender lead and secure continental glory.

AmaZulu eye Sundowns keeper Shabangu

The Brazilians starlet has emerged as a key target for several clubs following his impressive performances in the DStv Diski Challenge. The young goalkeeper is now being closely monitored by Usuthu and Kruger United as he weighs up his future at Chloorkop.

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