The Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder has admitted his red card in the first leg of their Caf Champions League semifinal against Wydad Casablanca in Morocco had a huge effect on the tie.
Maema, who has been instrumental for Sundowns in all competitions, saw red in the dying minutes of the 0-0 draw in Casablanca and subsequently missed the second leg at Loftus Stadium, which ended 2-2 to see Wydad through on away goals.
Midfielder Marcelo Allende was also red-carded in closing stages of the away leg as the Brazilians finished the match with nine men.Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena was forced to reshuffle the team in the second leg with Sphelele Mkhulise in for Maema, but the change did not have the desired effect. “To get the red card at that stage of the season and in a big game was disappointing from me because I could have done better.
“I always try to make sure I stay consistent with my performances, continue to raise up my levels and make sure I wait for my chance. It will open up, it will come because God has his own ways of doing things.”
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