Mamelodi Sundowns announced the suspension of a member of its coaching staff on the eve of a decisive African Champions League match, in a case that is shaking the club led by Portuguese coach Miguel Cardoso. The issue involves Mario Masha, the assistant coach of the South African team, who is suspected of having shared internal information with their opponent for this match, MCA from Algeria. The two teams will face each other this Friday in a crucial encounter for Sundowns' future in the competition: a loss could lead to elimination in the group stage, an unthinkable scenario for one of the most powerful clubs in African football. In recent hours, rumors have circulated that Masha may have passed strategic data to MCA's coach, Rulani Mokwena, who previously managed Sundowns. According to these reports, the alleged sharing of information was not an isolated incident, extending over several months, and even included access to performance analysis platforms and internal systems used by the coaching staff. Both Mario Masha and Rulani Mokwena have publicly denied any wrongdoing. Nevertheless, the management of Mamelodi Sundowns decided to proceed with the immediate suspension of the assistant coach and announced the opening of an internal investigation to ascertain the facts. This incident comes at a particularly sensitive moment for Miguel Cardoso, who is trying to consolidate his sporting project at a club accustomed to competing for national and continental titles. The instability off the pitch adds pressure to a match that was already highly competitive.
Mamelodi Sundowns Miguel Cardoso remains central to this story.
Mamelodi Sundowns Miguel Cardoso remains central to this story.
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