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Cardoso: no time for complacency
The Citizen
|March 19, 2026
SUNDOWNS: WARNS THAT COMFORT BRINGS FALSE STEPS
MIGUEL CARDOSO
(Picture: Backpagepix)
After the Betway Premiership lead changed hands once more, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso embraced the pressure of remaining at the summit, while warning his side against any hint of complacency.
The Brazilians secured a 3-1 victory over Marumo Gallants at Loftus Versfeld on Tuesday night, reclaiming top spot from Orlando Pirates. Both sides have now played 21 matches, with Sundowns moving to 50 points, two clear of the Buccaneers with nine fixtures remaining.
This story is from the March 19, 2026 edition of The Citizen.
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