Mood in Mamelodi Sundowns Camp Sky-High Ahead of CAF Champions League Decider

Mamelodi Sundowns head into Sunday’s CAF Champions League decider with confidence at an all-time high after claiming three major Premier Soccer League (PSL) monthly awards. Lucas Ribeiro Costa scooped both the Player of the Month and Goal of the Month accolades, while head coach Miguel Cardoso was named Coach of the Month for May.

Ribeiro’s outstanding form in the closing month of the league campaign played a key role in Sundowns clinching their eighth consecutive league title. The 26-year-old Brazilian striker scored three goals in May, delivering match-winning performances that strengthened his case for the PSL Footballer of the Season award. Among those goals, his well-taken strike against Magesi stood out and earned him the Goal of the Month recognition.

His contributions saw him edge out strong competition from teammates Marcello Allende and Iqraam Rayners, both of whom were also in top form. Ribeiro’s composure, technical skill, and consistent goal-scoring have made him a vital piece in the Sundowns machine, and his current run of form could prove decisive in the upcoming continental final.

While Ribeiro was shining on the field, head coach Miguel Cardoso was steering the team from the sidelines with authority and vision. The Portuguese tactician earned his first Coach of the Month award after guiding Sundowns to five straight league wins in May. That remarkable run ensured the club closed out the domestic season in dominant fashion.

Cardoso outshone contenders such as Richards Bay’s Ronnie Gabriel and former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro, thanks to his ability to keep the team consistent and focused through the final stretch of the campaign. His swift adaptation to South African football and his effective leadership have quickly won over the Sundowns faithful.

With these accolades in hand, Mamelodi Sundowns approach the CAF Champions League decider with momentum and belief. The recent recognition of both players and coaching staff has created a winning atmosphere in the camp, further fueling their ambition to lift continental silverware. If they can carry this energy and form into Sunday’s clash, they stand a strong chance of capping off the season with another historic triumph.