Mamelodi Sundowns News Today: ‘Big asset’ lauded, ex-Chiefs target finds new home, & more

The latest Mamelodi Sundowns news in the last 24 hours including why Thabang Matuludi is an asset at the club, Kobamelo Kodisang to stay in the Premier Soccer League, and more.

Sundowns latest news as they break

Matuludi’s seamless transition analysed

Retired Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Hlompho Kekana has offered an analysis of Thabang Matuludi’s seamless transition, highlighting the qualities that have allowed the right-back to fit into the club’s system like a glove.

Matuludi signed with Sundowns in the final stages of the previous transfer window, putting pen to paper on a long-term deal. The highly-rated defender arrived at Sundowns from Polokwane City FC, where he made a name for himself as one of the hottest talents in the Betway Premiership.

So far, the 27-year-old has featured in eight appearances across all competitions for Sundowns, scoring two goals and providing one assist.

Retired Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Hlompho Kekana has offered an analysis of Thabang Matuludi’s seamless transition, highlighting the qualities that have allowed the right-back to fit into the club's system like a glove.#FARPosthttps://t.co/gbGn8MTwNZ

— FARPost (@FARPostZA) November 11, 2026

Following his flying start at Chloorkop, former Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana says Matuludi’s attacking explosiveness and defensive qualities make him a big asset for the reigning CAF Champions League winners.

“I think to come into a winning team with players as good as you are is not easy. You look at Matuludi playing as if he has already been at the club for years,” Hlompho Kekana said.

“We have to credit Matuludi; you can tell that he was ready for the demands of this team. He’s playing at right back, which is a very complex position.

“You can tell that in some moments he has to improve and adapt to how the team defends, but he’s a player who hit the ground running, and you can tell that they trust him in that changing room.

“He’s coming out of his shell; that’s why he scored those two goals [against Durban City FC]. He’s comfortable in going into those attacking spaces; he knows when he’s in attack, someone will fill in for him at the back.

“I mean, he’s such a versatile player that I believe either right-back or centre-back, he’s comfortable enough. He fits very well in the philosophy of Mamelodi Sundowns. I think he can score a lot of goals if he’s more composed in that last third.”

Kodisang’s new team revealed?

Former Mamelodi Sundowns winger Kobamelo Kodisang has resurfaced at Betway Premiership side Siwelele FC as he eyes an imminent return to competitive action, FARPost has learnt.

Kodisang is currently a free agent after parting ways with Sundowns following a mutual agreement to terminate his contract, bringing a quiet end to what had initially been a highly anticipated stint at Chloorkop.

The talented 26-year-old attacker originally joined the Brazilians in July 2024 in a high-profile transfer from Portuguese top-flight outfit Moreirense FC. However, after arriving at Sundowns, Kodisang struggled to secure regular playing time due to persistent injuries and stiff competition for places in a star-studded squad, among other factors.

Former Mamelodi Sundowns winger Kobamelo Kodisang has resurfaced at Betway Premiership side Siwelele FC as he eyes an imminent return to competitive action, FARPost has learnt.#FARPost | By @TshepoRabothe1https://t.co/dfVFxpWJyl

— FARPost (@FARPostZA) November 12, 2026

In his maiden season with Masandawana, Kodisang managed just 13 appearances across all competitions, finding the back of the net twice and chipping in with two assists.

With Kodisang now free to sign with any club of his choice outside the transfer window, the former South African youth international has begun training with Siwelele in a determined bid to get his promising career back on track.

“Kobamelo Kodisang is currently training with Siwelele, and he’s getting his sharpness back, and he seems to be very happy,” Makaab told FARPost.

“I spoke to the team today [Wednesday]; they will be doing fitness tests and other things, and I’m sure within a week or so a decision will be made, but a good thing is that he’s back and training. That’s what is important.”

Should Siwelele opt to hand Kodisang a permanent contract following his assessment, the versatile attacker could inject much-needed top-flight experience and a vital creative spark into the squad as the club looks to climb up the log standings after a difficult start to the current campaign.