Mathias Zangenberg departs Mamelodi Sundowns after three-year spell as Head of Physical Performance

Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the departure of highly regarded head of physical performance Mathias Zangenberg, bringing an end to a three-year tenure that saw him play a key role in reshaping the club’s physical conditioning structures across all levels.

The Danish performance specialist was responsible for overseeing the physical performance framework for the senior men’s team, the women’s side, and the club’s academy, helping to align a unified approach to fitness, recovery, and player development within the Brazilians’ setup.

Zangenberg, who holds a UEFA A Coaching Licence, earned consistent recognition during his time at Chloorkop for his work in enhancing player conditioning standards, strengthening injury prevention programmes, and supporting long-term performance development strategies.

His departure marks the end of a period in which Sundowns continued to reinforce their reputation for high-performance excellence, with the club widely regarded as one of the most professionally run football institutions on the African continent.

No immediate announcement has been made regarding his successor or the next step in Zangenberg’s career.