Pirates Legend Slams Mamelodi Sundowns and Miguel Cardoso After Carling Knockout Cup Exit

• Benedict Vilakazi has shared his opinion on Mamelodi Sundowns' exit from the Carling Knockout Cup
• The Orlando Pirates legend called out Miguel Cardoso and the club management after their performance on Saturday evening
• The former Sea Robbers striker's views on Sundowns sparked different reactions from fans on social media

Orlando Pirates legend Benedict ‘Tso’ Vilakazi has criticised Mamelodi Sundowns for allowing their usually high standards to slip amid a disappointing run of form.

The Brazilians’ struggles continued on Saturday as they were knocked out of a second cup competition this season after missing out on the MTN8 Cup. They suffered a surprise Round of 16 defeat to Marumo Gallants in the Carling Knockout.

Vilakazi Criticises Sundowns and Cardoso

Vilakazi, reacting to Sundowns' defeat, claimed that the Brazilians have dropped in performance and that other teams might catch up with their level.

“My concern in all this is that Sundowns have worked extremely hard to reach the top,” Vilakazi told iDiski TV.

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“What needs to happen now is for other PSL teams to raise their level and catch up, not for Sundowns to drop theirs. It’s like they’ve climbed to the top of the mountain, and instead of others trying to reach them, Sundowns have decided to walk back down. That’s exactly what’s happening, and it’s not something we want to see from Sundowns.”

The former Pirates striker also suggested that coach Cardoso should be relieved of his duties due to the team’s recent dip in form under his leadership.

A number of Sundowns fans agree with Vilakazi's submission about letting Cardoso go after the Carling Knockout Cup exit.

Lamla N said:

"That's true because even the League last season he got it from Rulani Mokoena and we lost on the last game at the CAF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 🤷"

Duma reacted:

"I never thought I would agree with this mathambo legend more. I really wanted this Cardoso thing to work but no he doesn't seem to want it for him more than I wanted it for him. He should leave."

Andries Ndweni wrote:

"Tso decided that we will not win the League or Nedbank already😂😂😂😂😂."

KhathiThantsha shared:

"No lies here! CARDOSO and Khompela must get lost."

Sutekh commented:

"No lies detected. This coach was given CAF on a platter of gold and lost it. he is even struggling in the league. To be honest, Sundows dominance was created by assigning local coaches and no foreign coaches."

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Edo added:

"Lies. One of the main reasons Sundowns have been winning the league consistently is because rhwy put all their energy there. They're always focused on the league, and pay less attention to cup competitions, except CAF. Even this season they'll win the league while their rivals are focusing on domestic cups."

Cardoso explains why Sundowns lost to Gallants

Briefly News also reported that Miguel Cardoso explained why Mamelodi Sundowns lost to Marumo Gallants in the Carling Knockout Cup this weekend.

The Portuguese tactician also commented on Sundowns' new signing being sent off on his debut for the Brazilians.

Source: Briefly News