Mamelodi Sundowns Star Ruled Out of FIFA Club World Cup, Sets to Undergo Surgery

• Mamelodi Sundowns will be without one of their key players Jody February for the upcoming 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after the goalkeeper suffered a serious injury that requires surgery
• The South African international has been ruled out of the squad set to travel to the United States for the global tournament, which kicks off in a few days
• February’s absence is a significant setback for the Pretoria giants as they prepare for international competition following a strong domestic campaign

Mamelodi Sundowns have been dealt a huge blow ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup as one of the key players is set to undergo surgery after suffering from a serious injury.

South African international Jody February has been excluded from the Brazilians squad travelling to the United States of America ahead of the competition, which will kick start in a few days.

The Pretoria giants recently won their eighth consecutive Betway Premiership but missed out on winning their second CAF Champions League after losing to Pyramids FC in the competition's final.

February ruled out of FIFA Club World Cup

Mamelodi Sundowns recently triggered the option they inserted in Jody's contract by renewing his stay at the club for one more season, but he won't be available for the Club World Cup in North America.

The Betway Premiership champions released their official 26-man squad for the competition, and February was one of the notable players missing from the list, with Pieterse taking his place.

According to reports, February is set to undergo surgery as it is said that he tore his meniscus. He is expected to miss the start of the upcoming season.

The former Cape Town Spurs goalkeeper was in place to cover for Ronwen Williams and Denis Onyango when they were both out injured.

The news about February's injury sparked different reactions from neutral football fans and the supporters of the club on social media.

Reactions from fans on February's injury

Progress First said:

"Is he really injured? Can't trust those marabastad after what they did to Jeremy Broukie."

Bonnie wa le Sandawana👆💛 shared:

"It makes no difference Sundowns doesn't have reliable goalkeepers anyway,well maybe Dennis is trying but the rest..."

@Ndi__Muhali wrote:

"Haibo,injury from when?? Where?? Kanti why nkare our team specialises with injuring players🤨"

Percy_dez reacted:

"Pieterse 🙄 When is Pieterse leaving Sundowns?"

Harry.pierre commented:

"I don't think Jody's absence won't affect Sundowns, hopefully Williams stays fit all through the competition."

Maseko linked with exit after Club World Cup snub

Briefly News also reported that Mamelodi Sundowns winger Thapelo Maseko is linked with a possible move away from the club after being omitted from the Miguel Cardoso’s provisional squad for the upcoming 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States of America.

The 21-year-old’s absence has sparked transfer speculation, with a club in Europe reportedly showing interest in signing him from the PSL side.

Source: Briefly News