Mamelodi Sundowns FC

 

Mamelodi Sundowns FC is one of the most successful football clubs in South Africa and Africa. Based in Pretoria, the club was founded in 1970 and is known for its attacking style of play and dominance in domestic and continental competitions.

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Club Overview

• Full Name: Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club
• Founded: 1970
• Stadium: Loftus Versfeld Stadium / Lucas Moripe Stadium
• Nickname: "The Brazilians"
• League: DStv Premiership (South African Premier Division)
• Owner: Patrice Motsepe (current CAF President)

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Achievements

• DStv Premiership Titles: 15+ (Most in South Africa)
• Nedbank Cup: 6+
• MTN 8 Cup: 4+
• CAF Champions League Titles: 1 (2016)
• CAF Super Cup: 1
• FIFA Club World Cup: Best finish – 5th place (2016)

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Rivalry

• Biggest Rivals:
  • Kaizer Chiefs
  • Orlando Pirates
  • SuperSport United (Tshwane Derby)

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Famous Players (Past & Present)

• Hlompho Kekana – Legendary captain and midfield powerhouse.
• Percy Tau – Star player who moved to Europe and later played for Al Ahly.
• Gaston Sirino – Uruguayan playmaker and key attacking threat.
• Peter Shalulile – Namibian striker and one of the best goal scorers in Africa.
• Themba Zwane – One of South Africa’s most skillful midfielders.

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Recent Success

• Dominates South African football, consistently winning league titles.
• Won the CAF Champions League in 2016, beating Zamalek in the final.
• Regular participant in the CAF Champions League, often reaching the later stages.