Despite their commanding lead in the Premier Soccer League, Sundowns are facing significant challenges in recent matches. On Monday, April 15th, the Brazilians were holding a comfortable two-goal advantage, which they squandered and eventually drew 2-2 with Moroka Swallows.
In the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals, they struggled against National First Division side University of Pretoria, being held to a 1-1 draw and requiring a tense penalty shootout to secure victory.
Similarly, in the Caf Champions League, their progression to the semi-finals was marred by a narrow 3-2 penalty shootout win, with goalkeeper Ronwen Williams playing a crucial role. With concerns raised, GOAL delves into the underlying issues affecting Sundowns' performances, exploring potential factors contributing to their recent struggles.