Mamelodi Sundowns dislodged Orlando Pirates from the top of the Premier Soccer League title thanks to their 2-0 win over Orbit College on Tuesday night.
Brayan Leon impressed in his debut, as well as youngster Thato Sibiya, who played as a left-back. It was a massive win for coach Miguel Cardoso, who has been under pressure to deliver, especially domestically.
Have a look at what the fans said as sampled by Afrik-Foot.
Why play with so many foreigners?
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Thato Sibiya is ready; he must get more game time. Well done team, happy for the win – Dr Maheya
Aubrey Modiba might have some real competition on the left now. That Thato Sibiya boy has everything, he can mark, pass, create, invert, literally everything. I hope he doesn’t waste away on the bench; there’s too much potential – Neville Stark
Please remind Cardoso that Bafana Bafana is going to the World Cup; he is one of the reasons why Bafana Bafana failed. Give South African players minutes as well – Andy wa Lesandawana
Why are we playing with so many foreigners? I cannot recognise my team anymore. It should’ve been 6-0. I am still not convinced – Katleho Success
There is no coaching happening at Mamelodi Sundowns. Cardoso can’t coach these players. This team is not easy to watch. It’s enough. Now release this coach; South Africa is going to the World Cup – African Munene
We will be waiting for you at Pirates
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Thank you to the team for the three points and credit to the coach for the win, and for refreshing the lineup. It was good to see young players getting a chance to play – Booi Mahluli
Even if we don’t win any trophies, I would still be happy if we keep playing more with most of today’s starting lineup. I will take these 3 points and run away. Kabo Yellow
Happy with the win, but not happy about that fraud, Miguel Cardoso. I’m not convinced – Ndurh Kweyama
We will be waiting for you at Orlando Stadium. Asked Chiefs what happened after asking to play against us in the Nedbank Cup a few seasons ago – Sheldon
Brayan Leon is the striker we need. His off-the-ball runs are on point; he doesn’t move sideways. He is always in the central part of the box with accurate passes from Reisinho, he will score more goals for us – Khayelihle Nxumalo
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