Bafana Bafana Star Opens Up on Pressure at Mamelodi Sundowns Before Leaving
- Terrence Mashego has opened up on the pressure that comes with playing for Mamelodi Sundowns after leaving the club on loan this summer
- The South African international is currently on loan at another Premier Soccer League side for the rest of the season after failing to break into the Sundowns squad
- The Bafana Bafana star gathered several reactions from fans on social media after his opinion on playing for the Brazilians
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Bafana Bafana defender Terrence Mashego, currently on loan at Durban City, has opened up about the pressure that comes with playing for his parent club, Mamelodi Sundowns.
The left-back joined the newly promoted side at the beginning of the season in search of regular game time after finding opportunities limited with the star-studded Tshwane outfit.
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Mashego has quickly established himself as a key figure under Gavin Hunt, featuring in four of the five Betway Premiership matches since joining the team.
The major reason the South African international left Sundowns was because of the arrival of Fawaaz Basadien from Stellenbosch FC in the summer, while Divine Lunga and Aubrey Modiba are still above him on the pecking order.
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Mashego speaks on pressure at Mamelodi Sundowns
Reflecting on his parent club, the Mamelodi Sundowns loanee admitted that the quality within the squad makes competition for places fierce, both in training and on matchdays.
He explained that with so much depth and talent, maintaining a starting spot is no easy task, as even a minor dip in form can see a player slip down the pecking order.
Mashego also opened up that competing at Sundowns is incredibly tough, both in training and during matches, as every opportunity must be seized. He pointed out that the team has had several left-backs, with as many as six before his departure, meaning players must always prove themselves or risk losing their spot. He emphasised that everyone is waiting for their chance, making it difficult to secure a position.
However, he believes that this competitive environment has sharpened his skills and taught him to take each training session seriously, always knowing that he must be ready to compete.
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The Bafana Bafana star's opinion on being under pressure at Sunowns garnered different thoughts from fans on social media.
Thamsanqa Potso Zikalala commented:
"This one failed dismally at Sundowns when given a chance , he couldn't even trap or cross the ball let alone his primary job which is defending he couldn't do anything right."
Lindokuhle Dlom implied:
"From bafana bafana str8 to Durban city what a Downgrade 😭"
KingVon_94 said:
"I wonder how long his contact with Downs is. The boy wants to play with all his heart, and he understands that that is not a possibility at Sundowns."
jovani_ICT reacted:
"Its not like they dont know about the competition in the squad before they sign.. so why complain now."
FelixKambule wrote:
"Terrence will only shine in a team that plays quick forward football... not the 1000 useless passes... he's good, making runs behind defenders... at Dunusa, he'll never get the supply."
IndigoThabang shared:
"Not blaming anyone, accepting competion was tough. Terrence is a true professional 💪."
MusaMntambo added:
"Well they knew before going then act surprised when they lose their national team spots for being bench warmers."
Cardoso reacts to Sundowns' loss to Gallants
Briefly News also reported that Miguel Cardoso reacted to Mamelodi Sundowns' defeat against Marumo Gallants in the Carling Knockout Cup before the international break.
The Portuguese tactician also shared his thoughts on the club's new signing getting a red card on his debut in the match.
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