Mamelodi Sundowns are set to join the likes of Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals.
NEDBANK CUP: MAMELODI SUNDOWNS VS MPHENI HOME DEFENDERS
The highly anticipated match between Sundowns and the Limpopo-based ABC Motsepe League side will take place at Lucas Moripe Stadium and will be broadcast live on SABC 1 at 15:00.
SPHELELE MKHULISE ATTRACTING INTERNATIONAL INTEREST
Sundowns midfielder Sphelele Mkhulise, who has impressed with his performances, is reportedly drawing attention from outside South Africa. According to Soccer Laduma, the 28-year-old has caught the eye of Algerian club CR Belouizdad, as well as an unnamed Belgian team.

PRAISE FOR Mkhulise FROM TEBOHO MOKOENA
Teboho Mokoena, a star for Sundowns and Bafana Bafana, has spoken highly of Mkhulise’s talent, comparing him to the legendary Andres Iniesta. Mokoena, a long-time admirer of Mkhulise, shared his appreciation for the midfielderβs natural style and skill. He highlighted Mkhuliseβs ability to dribble, pass, and connect play seamlessly between defense, midfield, and attack.
“Iβve always been a fan of him, even before he was my teammate,” Mokoena said. “Heβs so good, like Iniesta. He can dribble past people, heβs a playmaker. Heβs exceptional with the ball at his feet.”