Cardoso unhappy with comments

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso (right) is not taking kindly to suggestions that he inherited a well-oiled machine when he succeeded Manqoba Mngqithi in December.

- Katlego Modiba

Cardoso took over a side that was already top of the log after registering seven wins and one defeat from eight Betway Premiership matches. It was in the Caf Champions League group stages where Mngqithi struggled, with two uninspiring draws against AS Maniema Union and AS FAR.

Cardoso's five-month tenure at Chloorkop has yielded positive results, with qualification for the Champions League final secured.

Masandawana are also on the brink of a record-extending eighth successive league title.