Cardoso hails Allende as Sundowns’ unsung hero

MAMELODI Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has expressed his admiration for Chilean midfielder Marcelo Allende, describing his talent as “underrated” in South African football.

- HERMAN GIBBS

After a 3-1 victory over the competitive Durban City on Saturday, Cardoso praised Allende’s contributions, highlighting his goal and overall performance.

In Sundowns’ 4-2-3-1 formation, Allende partners Teboho Mokoena, creating a dynamic duo just in front of the four-person defence. Early in the match, he surged forward from his defensive midfield role to make a bold move into the striking zone. His shot took a fortunate deflection off a defender and found its way into City’s net for Sundowns' first goal.

Afterwards, Cardoso remarked on Allende’s potential and the need for greater recognition of his skills.