Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has opened up about a key sideline moment with Teboho Mokoena during their emphatic 3-0 victory over Chippa United—a match that etched itself into the record books.
The Brazilians were in full control from the start, securing a dominant win that not only extended their unbeaten run but also marked a historic milestone in the Premier Soccer League (PSL). Amid the team’s commanding performance, Cardoso shared a short but meaningful exchange with Mokoena—one of Sundowns’ most consistent midfielders this season.
“During the game, I called Teboho over and just said a few simple words,” Cardoso revealed to the media after the match. “It was about positioning and reminding him to keep the rhythm of our midfield going. He’s a key player for our structure, and sometimes it’s about reinforcing the basics, especially when the game is moving fast.”
Cardoso praised Mokoena’s maturity and football intelligence, highlighting how quickly the player responded and adapted to tactical tweaks. “Teboho is the kind of player who doesn’t need long explanations—he understands the flow of the game and adjusts immediately. That’s the kind of professionalism we rely on at this level,” he added.
The brief exchange may have gone unnoticed to the casual viewer, but it played into the fluid, high-tempo style Sundowns executed throughout the night, overwhelming Chippa United from all angles.
As Sundowns continue their charge through the league and prepare for upcoming cup challenges, moments like these show just how finely tuned the relationship is between coach and player—and how the smallest adjustments can make the biggest difference on the pitch.
