Miguel Cardoso Matches Rulani Mokwena’s Mamelodi Sundowns Record and Shares His Reaction

Mamelodi Sundowns cruised to a 4-1 victory over Chippa United on Friday evening at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, moving ahead of Orlando Pirates in the Premier Soccer League standings.

The reigning champions now sit on 53 points after 22 matches, strengthening their push toward a ninth successive league crown. Miguel Cardoso has made an immediate impact, securing his first domestic title in his debut season after taking over from Manqoba Mngqithi, who has since joined Golden Arrows.

The emphatic win over the Chilli Boys also saw Cardoso match Rulani Mokwena’s record of nine straight league victories. The result provides a timely boost ahead of their CAF Champions League first-leg clash against Tunisian giants Espérance Sportive de Tunis.

Despite the milestone, Cardoso stressed that the team cannot afford complacency, insisting their focus must remain on maintaining momentum.

Mamelodi Sundowns’ Cardoso reflects on nine straight wins

He described the run as significant but insufficient, emphasizing the need to keep building rather than dwelling on past achievements. According to him, the team must stay driven and continue collecting points, as losing focus now could derail their objectives.

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Looking ahead, Cardoso highlighted the importance of their next fixture in Durban, urging his players to replicate their current standards without becoming preoccupied with statistics like goal margins or winning streaks.

He added that sustaining consistency will be crucial in the title race, noting there is little margin for dropped points if they are to secure the championship. With a packed schedule approaching—including league fixtures and a Champions League break—he underlined the need to take each match as it comes, starting with the upcoming trip to Durban.

The Brazilians return to action on Tuesday against Durban City, who are aiming to break into the top eight.

Source: Briefly News