Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has shared his candid assessment of his successors Rulani Mokwena and Manqoba Mngqithi’s work at the club.
Mosimane led Sundowns to numerous domestic and continental titles during his eight-year tenure at the club. He brought in Mokwena and Mngqithi as his assistants during his time at the Tshwane giants.
When he left for the club in 2020, the two were appointed co-coaches before Mokwena was later made sole head coach.
Since taking charge, Mokwena and Mngqithi have guided Sundowns to continued dominance in the DStv Premiership, securing consecutive league titles and showcasing an attractive style of play. The team has also made notable strides in the CAF Champions League, consistently reaching the latter stages of the competition.
The Brazilians recently made it seven consecutive league titles, the fourth since Mosimane left. They have also won the Nedbank Cup and the inaugural African Football League.
WHAT PITSO MOSIMANE SAID ABOUT RULANI MOKWENA AND MANQOBA MNGQITHI
In a response to a fan on X [Twitter], the Saudi Arabia-based coach, Mosimane, acknowledged the duo’s significant contributions to the team’s success, highlighting their achievements in improving the squad and breaking records.
“They have improved the team [Mamelodi Sundowns] and taken it to a better level. Above that, they are also breaking the records. We need to give them credit that they deserve. I am happy that they are proving my decision right,” Mosimane wrote.
The 1-0 win against Royal AM on Saturday marked a record 50 games unbeaten in the DStv Premiership.
Mosimane’s endorsement of his successors is a testament to the seamless transition that occurred following his departure from the club.
It also highlights the strong foundation he laid during his time at Sundowns, which Mokwena and Mngqithi have built upon successfully.
Downs are chasing the treble this season after qualifying for the Nedbank Cup final. They face Orlando Pirates on the 1st of June, 2024, at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit.
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