Miguel Cardoso warns Mamelodi Sundowns to be wary of CAF Champions League group stage opponents
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has warned his side not to underestimate their upcoming opponents in the group stage of the CAF Champions League.
Talented teenage left-back Thato Sibiya promoted to Mamelodi Sundowns first team
The 19-year-old South Africa under 20 international transitioned to the senior set-up after staring for the Brazilians' youth and DStv Diski Challenge teams.
He has already been training with the first team and has now signed his first professional contract.
"Congratulations to our client, Thato Sibiya, who has signed his first professional contract with Mamelodi Sundowns FC & been officially promoted to the First Team.
"Having come through the Sundowns Academy & proven himself as a standout performer in the DStv Diski Challenge (DDC), Thato’s journey reflects hard work, humility & perseverance. A massive milestone in a promising career – we’re proud to stand alongside you every step of the way," posted the player's agency Jozi Talent.
Sibiya will have a chance to make his senior debut when Sundowns face Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership this weekend.
Mamelodi Sundowns secure 11th straight qualification to CAF Champions League group stage
Mamelodi Sundowns cruised to the group stage of the CAF Champions League with a mammoth 7-1 aggregate victory over Remo Stars.
Preview: Mamelodi Sundowns set sights on another CAF Champions League rout against Remo Stars
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Past failures will propel Sundowns to Champions League success, says Grant Kekana
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Grant Kekana says the Betway Premiership champions have their sights set firmly on lifting the CAF Champions League this season.