Mamelodi Sundowns suffer shock CAF Champions League elimination as Wiliete SC progress on away goals
Mamelodi Sundowns have been eliminated from the CAF Champions League by Angolan Girabola league leaders Wiliete SC on away goals.
Lazola Maku vows to make family proud after completing Mamelodi Sundowns move
The 19-year-old former Ubuntu and SuperSport United midfielder joins the Brazilians on a free transfer after parting ways with Siwelele last season.
He was the captain of Amajita when they lifted the COSAFA Cup trophy in Mozambique earlier this year under the head coach Raymond Mdaka.
Speaking after signing his contract, the young star said he is determined to the make the most of the opportunity.
He said on IOL: "I was raised by my mother and grandmother. They have made me the man that I am today.
"They taught me not to give up. My mother said: 'Lazola, we are counting on you now.' I have carried those words since.
“Everything that I do, I do for you. I also promise that I will make you proud of me. My name is Lazola Maku, and I am happy to be part of the team that keeps rising and going forward.”
Cardoso rallies Sundowns fighting spirit ahead of second leg CAF clash against Wiliete
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso believes his side must be prepared to fight for victory when they battle Wiliete SC in their second leg fixture at Loftus Versfeld on Friday.
Thapelo Morena talks up Mamelodi Sundowns' CAF Champions League chances ahead of second leg
Thapelo Morena is confident that Mamelodi Sundowns will beat Wiliete SC on Friday and secure their place in the group stages of the CAF Champions League.
Ricardo Goss says Mamelodi Sundowns will seal CAF Champions League progression at Loftus
Ricardo Goss says Mamelodi Sundowns are well placed to secure their progression to the group stages of the CAF Champions League.