Mamelodi Sundowns have long been the team everyone aims to beat, and stopping them requires top performance.
This season, the Brazilians had a slow start, likely due to their packed match schedule. In October, Sundowns made a coaching switch, bringing in Miguel Cardoso to replace Manqoba Mngqithi.
But which new signings have truly stood out this term? Here are their top three picks, in no particular order:
Iqraam Rayners
Rayners made a bold move back to Gauteng with Sundowns after a tough time at SuperSport United. He quickly found his rhythm, stepping up as a key scorer alongside Lucas Ribeiro Costa. This season, Rayners netted 14 league goals and contributed 21 goals and 9 assists across 42 games in all competitions.
Malibongwe Khoza
The 21-year-old defender earned promotion to Sundowns’ senior squad after shining in the Dstv Diski Challenge. Khoza has been impressive both locally and in continental matches, even pushing experienced players like Mothobi Mvala and Mosa Lebusa down the pecking order. Notably, Sundowns remained unbeaten in all domestic matches where Khoza started, with only a single loss against Raja in the CAF Champions League.
Arthur Sales
Sales has sparked debate among fans since joining Sundowns, but his season has been solid. While he missed some clear chances, he also scored some remarkable goals and set up teammates frequently. Sales ended the season with 9 goals and 10 assists over 37 appearances.
These three players have made a significant impact for Sundowns this season, strengthening the squad as they aim to maintain their dominance.
