Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena has spoken about the team’s loss against Stellenbosch FC and their exit in the Nedbank Cup. SLSiya Read more:
Rhulani Mokwena, head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns, instructs captain Themba Zwane of Mamelodi Sundowns during the 2023 Nedbank Cup quarter-final game between Stellenbosch FC and Mamelodi Sundowns at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on 15 April 2023Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena has spoken about the team’s loss against Stellenbosch FC and their exit in the Nedbank Cup.
The Brazilians were defeated by Stellies 2-1 at the Athlone Stadium and Mokwena admitted after the match that his side was not at their best and deserved to lose.Downs had been in front through an own goal from goalkeeper Lee Langeveldt and went to the break leading 1-0, before in-form striker Iqraam Rayners scored two goals in the second half to help the Winelands outfit to progress to the semi-finals where they will face Sekhukhune United.
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“I thought we lost a lot of the duels and it was very difficult to find a bit of rhythm in our passes and they forced us into mistakes. We made two big mistakes and they punished us. As I said, congratulations to them and I wish Steve Barker and his team all the best for the tournament,” said Mokwena, speaking to the media.“Today we didn't have the rhythm and competitive intensity if I may call it. We will get it right.
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