Sundowns Coach: "We Play in Mud, Can't Win Champions League on Such a Pitch"
T.E (Elbotola)
02 March 2026at19:53
Mamelodi Sundowns coach, Miguel Cardoso, expressed his dissatisfaction with the pitch condition at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, despite his team's 3-1 victory over Sekhukhune United in the South African league. He indicated that such a playing surface would not help his team win the CAF Champions League title.
The Portuguese coach told local media, "I don't know if you realize it, but the pitch is in very bad condition. The surface is muddy. We are playing in mud, and this negatively affects the quality of play."
He continued, saying, "Sundowns must find a permanent solution regarding the stadium. We cannot win the CAF Champions League playing on a pitch like this. It is not up to the required standard."
Mamelodi Sundowns are set to face Stade Malien in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals, with the first leg scheduled to be played at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.
What did Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso say about the Loftus Versfeld pitch?
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Loftus Versfeld pitch conditions, describing it as "muddy" and not up to standard. He stated that playing on such a surface negatively impacts the quality of play.
How do the pitch conditions at Loftus Versfeld affect Mamelodi Sundowns' ambitions?
The pitch conditions at Loftus Versfeld significantly affect Mamelodi Sundowns' ambitions, particularly for the CAF Champions League. Coach Cardoso believes the team cannot win the prestigious title if they continue to play on such a substandard surface.
When will Mamelodi Sundowns next play a CAF Champions League match at Loftus Versfeld?
Mamelodi Sundowns will next play a CAF Champions League match at Loftus Versfeld in the quarter-finals. The first leg of their upcoming fixture is scheduled to be held at the stadium against an opponent from Mali.
