Chaos at Mamelodi Sundowns! Coach Cardoso Under Fire After Another Goal-Less Disaster — “Maybe He’s Just Here for the Fashion Show?”
Mamelodi Sundowns supporters erupted in fury once again after their team was held to a goalless draw by Kaizer Chiefs in a tense Betway Premiership showdown.
The latest stalemate has only intensified the simmering discontent surrounding head coach Miguel Cardoso, whose tactical approach and team management are being openly questioned by the club’s passionate fanbase.
Despite owning one of the most talented squads in South African football, Sundowns have struggled to assert their usual dominance on the field.
The 0-0 draw against Chiefs was emblematic of a side lacking creativity and cohesion—two qualities fans insist have been eroded since Cardoso’s arrival.
Social media platforms exploded with criticism, with supporters demanding the Portuguese coach be shown the door before the season spirals further out of control.
“First time seeing our boys so clueless,” lamented one fan online.
“Our engine was nowhere to be found. We can’t even play out from the back anymore. If things don’t improve in the next 10 games, we’re doomed.”
Another supporter didn’t mince words, sarcastically offering to “pack his skinny jeans nicely in a suitcase,” a stinging jab at Cardoso’s perceived detachment from the club’s fighting spirit.
The frustration runs deep, with many blaming Cardoso for disrupting the team’s structure and identity.
“Thank you, Mr. Cardoso, for making my lovely team a laughing stock,” read one viral comment.
“Please leave before KEF (Kaizer Chiefs) kicks you out early.”
Others pointed out the irony of celebrating clean sheets when the team failed to threaten the opposition’s goal, underscoring the offensive impotence that has become a hallmark of Sundowns under Cardoso’s stewardship.
This growing unrest contrasts sharply with the mood at Kaizer Chiefs, who, despite not extending their winning streak, have reasons to feel optimistic.
Under the guidance of new coach Nazarin Nabi, who missed the first three league fixtures but has since taken charge, Chiefs have shown defensive resilience and tactical discipline.
Goalkeeper Brandon Peterson’s fourth clean sheet of the season is a testament to the team’s solid backline, keeping Chiefs as the only side yet to concede in the 2025/26 campaign.
Fans of Chiefs are buoyed by signs of steady improvement, with many praising Nabi’s influence.
“This is a different Kaizer Chiefs,” one supporter declared.
“Nabi is our chef, cooking up something special.”
The team’s relentless pressing and possession control during the match against Sundowns surprised many, as Chiefs won every second ball and kept their composure against a traditionally dominant opponent.
However, the drama doesn’t end on the pitch.
Off it, Chiefs are navigating their own challenges, particularly up front.
The arrival of two new strikers, Etiosa Ibodaro and Flavio Silva, has cast doubt on the future of forward Tashri Morris.
The 30-year-old, who joined from SuperSport United earlier this year, has yet to find the net for Chiefs and now faces stiff competition for playing time.
With established attackers Ashley Dupria and Wander Duba ahead in the pecking order, Morris’s future at Naturena looks uncertain.
The club’s aggressive recruitment strategy signals a lack of confidence in his ability to lead the line effectively.
Whether Chiefs will opt to loan him out or cut ties altogether remains a hot topic among fans and analysts alike.
Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates are dealing with their own concerns.
Head coach Abdlam Wadu revealed uncertainty over the severity of young attacker Riuh Mufukang’s injury.
The 20-year-old’s absence from recent matches has raised alarm bells, but Wadu remains hopeful that the setback is not serious.
The Buccaneers’ narrow 1-0 victory over Robert College was a rare bright spot in an otherwise challenging start to their season.
Back at Sundowns, the pressure on Miguel Cardoso is mounting by the day.
The once-celebrated coach now finds himself at the center of a storm, with fans openly questioning whether he is the right man to lead a club of such stature.
The Portuguese tactician’s inability to inspire his star-studded squad and adapt tactically has left Sundowns vulnerable and vulnerable to ridicule.
The question on everyone’s lips is whether the club’s hierarchy will heed the fans’ calls for change or continue to back Cardoso in hopes of a turnaround.
For now, the drama unfolds with every match, each result adding another chapter to what could become one of the most turbulent seasons in Mamelodi Sundowns history.
As the dust settles on the latest showdown, one thing is clear: the beautiful game in South Africa is anything but predictable.
With rivalries intensifying, coaching careers hanging by a thread, and players fighting for survival, the 2025/26 Betway Premiership promises more twists, turns, and jaw-dropping drama.
Will Sundowns find their mojo again?
Can Chiefs build on their newfound resilience?
And how long before the next explosive episode in this football saga?
Stay tuned—because in South African football, the drama never takes a break.
