WATCH – Why Junior Sede Dion is a Mamelodi Sundowns Specialist?

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WATCH – Why Junior Sede Dion is a Mamelodi Sundowns Specialist?

In a league filled with unpredictable moments and rising stars, few players have carved out a reputation as specific and striking as Junior Dion. The Ivorian forward has quietly become a thorn in the side of Mamelodi Sundowns, scoring against the reigning giants not once, not twice, but three times, and for three different clubs.

His latest strike came in Golden Arrows’ stunning 1-0 victory over Sundowns, where Dion rose highest to nod home a decisive header that sent shockwaves through the Betway Premiership. It wasn’t just a goal, it was a statement. And for Sundowns, it was deja vu.

A Pattern of Precision

Dion’s first goal against Sundowns came while wearing the green of AmaZulu, where he showcased his physicality and finishing instincts. He followed that up with another against the Brazilians during his stint with Marumo Gallants, proving that his ability to trouble the Tshwane side wasn’t a fluke.

Now, with Golden Arrows, Dion has completed a rare hat-trick: scoring against the same opponent for three different teams in the top flight. It’s a feat that speaks volumes about his consistency, adaptability, and perhaps, a psychological edge when facing the league’s most dominant side.

What Makes Dion So Effective Against Sundowns?

• Positioning: Dion has an uncanny ability to find space in crowded boxes, often ghosting past defenders at the right moment.

• Aerial Threat: All three goals have come from headers or close-range finishes, showing his strength in the air and timing.

• Mentality: Dion doesn’t shy away from big games. In fact, he seems to thrive in them, especially when Sundowns are on the other side.

A Sundowns Specialist in the Shadows

While Dion may not always grab headlines like some of the league’s marquee names, his record against Sundowns is becoming folklore. Coaches trust him, teammates feed him, and fans are starting to notice the pattern.

Golden Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi, himself a former Sundowns tactician, praised Dion’s contribution, calling him “a player who understands the moment and delivers when it matters most.”

When is Dion’s next match?

Golden Arrows will face Orbit College on Saturday, 27 September 2025 at 14:00 in a Premier Soccer League clash at the King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium.

Dion will be looking to equal his best-ever top-flight goal tally of 5 goals, which he previously achieved for AmaZulu in the 2022–23 season across 12 appearances.

So far this season, Dion has five goal contributions for Golden Arrows: four goals and an assist.

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Willis Sob is an experienced journalist who has been in the game since 2009, covering major assignments around the continent.
His hunger for African football is unmatched, always getting the best angles and facts to feed the fans and quench their thirst.

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