Inside the Sundowns dressing-room turmoil

Mamelodi Sundowns have long set the standard in South African football, dominating the domestic scene and earning respect across the African continent. But as the new campaign has started, the Brazilians find themselves at a crossroads.

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Their shock elimination from the MTN8 and a shaky start in the league have raised questions about the state of the dressing room and whether head coach Miguel Cardoso can navigate the storm. The Siya crew has been digging into what's really happening behind the scenes at Chloorkop - from the futures of big-name players like Peter Shalulile, Lucas Ribeiro Costa, and Khuliso Mudau to the mounting pressure on Cardoso and the uncertainty unsettling supporters. A recent statement from the club sought to steady the ship, but insiders suggest there's far more going on than meets the eye.

What the Siya crew has been told...