Mamelodi Sundowns continue to back Miguel Cardoso despite growing pressure

Mamelodi Sundowns remain committed to head coach Miguel Cardoso despite growing concerns over the team’s performances in major continental competitions.

The Portuguese tactician has come under scrutiny following a difficult period for the South African champions, particularly after failing to secure a place in the CAF Champions League group stages and losing to USM Alger in the CAF Super Cup final.

Those setbacks have raised questions about Cardoso’s position at Chloorkop, with the club’s expectations on the continental stage remaining high.

Recent reports from Egypt linked former national team coach Hossam Hassan with a possible move to Sundowns, with his name reportedly emerging as a potential candidate should the club decide to make changes to its technical team.

Egyptian publication El Balad claimed that Hassan’s name had been presented to Sundowns officials through a Moroccan marketing company.

However, according to information available to the Siya crew, Sundowns continue to support Cardoso despite the growing concerns surrounding the team’s recent results.

While the club is understood to be disappointed with its performances in major CAF competitions, there is currently no indication that the management has lost confidence in the former Benfica and FC Porto coach.

The CAF Champions League remains a major priority for Sundowns, who have invested heavily in assembling a squad capable of challenging for the biggest honours in African football.

Their ambition to establish themselves as a dominant force on the continent means expectations remain particularly high, making their recent setbacks a source of growing concern among supporters and observers.

Hassan’s reported emergence as a possible candidate has added to speculation about Cardoso’s future, but the latest indications suggest that the Brazilian outfit are not considering an immediate change in the dugout.

For now, the focus remains on Cardoso improving results, restoring the team’s continental competitiveness and ensuring Sundowns meet their targets as the campaign progresses.

Despite the pressure surrounding his position, the Portuguese coach appears to retain the backing of the club’s hierarchy.