Cardoso concerned about over-reliance on Rayners?

Published on by Nkosiyabuya Sithole

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has dismissed concerns about Iqraam Rayners being the sole scorer since his arrival. 

Rayners, enjoying a stellar debut season with 13 goals in 17 games, has netted the winner in each of Sundowns' three 1-0 victories under Cardoso. 

They have beaten Raja Casablanca, Stellenbosch and AmaZulu FC.

However, the coach remains unconcerned about goal-scoring being concentrated on one player, emphasising that continued goal-scoring opportunities will naturally lead to increased contributions from other players.

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CARDOSO ON SUNDOWNS’ OVER-RELIANCE ON RAYNERS

“I’m not really worried,” said Cardoso.

“I’d be worried if we were not creating so many chances like we did in the last games.

“We arrived in the box, we arrived with many players, we’ve had goal situations. 

“Hopefully Iqraam is doing goals, I believe we will have many more players who can make goals. 

“They’ll find them naturally, if they continue they will score naturally. If Iqraam is in position he will continue scoring goals but we will also have other players who score.”

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Nkosiyabuya Sithole

Nkosiyabuya Sithole, a young and rising sports journalist based in Durban, South Africa, harbors a deep passion for football. Nevertheless, he aspires to become a well-rounded journalist, adept in various areas of the field.

Nkosi's career began in 2020, working as a home-based writer during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has since written for various websites, including Briefly News, FiND-iT News, and The South African. Attending live sporting events is a particular pleasure for him, as they provide opportunities for interaction with sports personalities.

Outside of the office, he's a God-fearing and affable young man.