Brazilian forward Arthur de Oliveira Sales continues to endure a frustrating spell at Mamelodi Sundowns as he played his 10th match for the club without scoring on Tuesday. Despite the high expectations that came with his arrival, the 28-year-old has failed to make his mark in front of goal, leaving fans and coaches alike eager for his breakthrough.
While Sales has contributed to the team in terms of movement and linking up play, the goals have not come, and this has become a growing concern for the club. His lack of clinical finishing has stood out, especially given Sundowns’ attacking strength in recent years.
Since joining the club earlier this year, Sales has had several chances to open his account but has struggled to convert those opportunities into goals. In the recent game, once again, he was unable to find the back of the net despite a few chances, and his frustration was visible as the match progressed.
Sundowns’ dominance in the South African Premier Soccer League has not been mirrored in their continental campaigns, such as the CAF Champions League, where they continue to seek a more potent attacking threat. For De Oliveira Sales, this ongoing goal drought could become a major issue, especially as the club looks to compete at both local and international levels.
As the season advances, the pressure is mounting on Sales to break his scoring duck and live up to the promise he showed when Sundowns brought him in. His inability to find the net could influence his future at the club, with fans and coaches hoping to see him regain his confidence and start delivering the goals the club needs.
