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Cardoso reflects on standards as Sundowns chase group stage berth
Saturday Star
|October 25, 2025
MIGUEL Cardoso is approaching a year in charge at Mamelodi Sundowns with a clear understanding of the high standards he inherited and the expectations that come with the job.
Since taking over, the Portuguese coach has guided Sundowns to 33 wins in 53 matches, combining domestic dominance with continental ambition.
The Brazilians currently sit atop the Betway Premiership, demonstrating their continued strength in South African football.
Sundowns, who finished runners-up in last season's CAF Champions League, coasted to a 5-1 win over NPFL champions in Nigeria last week and are now major favourites to advance to their 11th consecutive campaign in the group stages.
Their upcoming second-leg preliminary round clash at Loftus Versfeld tomorrow will confirm whether they secure progression, as they look to continue their continental journey this season.
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