Mamelodi Sundowns look to shake off christmas rust

Mamelodi Sundowns appeared somewhat rusty in their 0-0 draw against Kaizer Chiefs at the FNB stadium last weekend. Having gone through their first encounter of the year Masandawana will be looking to shake off the sluggish display against Chiefs and collect maximum points in their home encounter against University Pretoria.

The Brazilians are 2 points off the pace after Bidvest Wits capitalised on the draw between Chiefs and Sundowns. Pitso Mosimane and his charges will thus be fully aware of the significance of tomorrow’s clash with Tuks at the Lucas Moripe stadium.

As is almost always the case Sundowns will be banking on key players such as Khama Billiat and Keegan Dolly to produce the form that has made Masandawana an exciting team to watch this season.

The Tuks encounter will however not be a stroll in the park for Mamelodi Sundowns who face a team desperate to work their way out of the relegation zone. Currently 15th with 10 points, Tuks are in dire need of a win that could elevate them up the standings.

As is often