Mamelodi Sundowns FC faced a tough challenge in the CAF Super Cup. They suffered a 3-1 defeat against USM Alger at Loftus Versfeld.
Coach Miguel Cardoso pointed to a difficult build-up. Pre-match issues and early injuries disrupted the team’s plans.
Nuno Santos suffered an injury during the warm-up. Striker Brayan León was stretchered off just 14 minutes into the match.
Cardoso explained how these setbacks affected the team. Losing key players early forced unwanted tactical changes.
Defensive mistakes also proved costly. Cardoso admitted the side made several errors that led to the opponent’s goals.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused further complications. The weather conditions forced a 35-minute delay to the second half.
The wet surface impacted the team’s style. Cardoso noted that the pitch prevented them from playing their usual possession-based football.
Recovering from a two-goal deficit became an uphill battle. The coach expressed disappointment for the supporters and club leadership.
The focus now shifts forward. The team must recover quickly from this continental setback.
Source: Hollywoodbets Sports Blog
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