Cardoso Provides Update on Ronwen Williams as Sundowns Close In on Betway Premiership Title

• Ronwen Williams is not seriously injured, coach Miguel Cardoso confirmed the Sundowns captain will likely be available for the next match
• Sundowns’ three goals in 17 minutes against Stellenbosch FC over the weekend showcased tactical sharpness and emotional intensity
• The victory puts Sundowns just a single point away from clinching the Betway Premiership crown

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has moved swiftly to calm concerns over the absence of star goalkeeper Ronwen Williams, who was missing from the squad that cruised to a 3-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC at Lucas Moripe Stadium.

Veteran Denis Onyango started between the sticks, with Jody February introduced late in the match. The emphatic win places the Brazilians on the verge of clinching yet another Betway Premiership title.

Speaking to SuperSport TV post-match, Cardoso insisted Williams is not nursing a serious issue and could return as early as the next fixture.

“No, there’s no issue, only solutions. Thank God we have solutions for the problems. Ronwen is not a big problem, as I said in the pre-match conference. He’ll be available very quickly, possibly in the next match. Even with Denis, there’s no big issue.”

Sundowns' fast start the key against Stellenbosch

Sundowns blew their opponents away early on, netting three goals inside the opening 17 minutes to leave Stellenbosch stunned. Cardoso credited the team’s tactical discipline and aggressive mindset for the explosive start.

“Sometimes football works like this. Maybe it came from how we set up. The pitch added some uncertainty for Stellenbosch. But full credit to them, they’re a strong side, and we have a lot of respect for them,” he said.

The victory brought emotional intensity to the squad, with Cardoso admitting the weight of expectation played a role in their urgency.

“There was emotional tension because these three points put us in a much simpler position in terms of winning the championship,” Cardoso continued.

Sundowns are just one point away from glory

With only two matches remaining, Sundowns now need just a single point to mathematically secure the league title—unless Orlando Pirates produce an improbable goal-scoring spree in their remaining fixtures.

“We focus on ourselves. Everything can happen in football, but we approach the next game simply and with purpose,” Cardoso added.

The Brazilian's next focus would be their league fixture against Chippa United before hosting Magesi, the same team that defeated them in the Carling Knockout Cup final, at home.

They still have their most important game of the season which is the CAF Champions League final against Egyptian side Pyramids FC later this month. They knocked out the defending champions Al Ahly in the semis.

Cardoso backs Sundown's star to win PSL award

Briefly News previously reported that Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has tipped Lucas Ribeiro Costa for a major individual honour, praising the forward’s influence on the pitch.

Ribeiro Costa has been in red-hot form this season, consistently delivering in key moments and catching the eye with a string of standout performances.

Cardoso’s glowing remarks touched on more than just goals and assists. He believes the Brazilian brings something rare to the team.

Source: Briefly News