Pitso Mosimane's legacy: How he shaped Mamelodi Sundowns' dominance in SA football
Mosimane led Sundowns to five league titles in a row, which the club under different coaches have extended to a record eight in succession. Mosimane also won five cup trophies and the CAF Champions League title with Sundowns in 2016.
Though one can't discredit current Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso as the reigning Betway Premiership champions, it's difficult to imagine that Sundowns would be where they are now without the foundation Mosimane built while at the club.
Former Sundowns defender Wayne Arendse, who was also at the club from 2012 to 2020 alongside Mosimane, explained the impact the tactician had on the Brazilians.
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