Mamelodi Sundowns FC Coach Reveals Saleng's Exile

Mamelodi Sundowns FC head coach Miguel Cardoso reveals Monnapule Saleng's exile from the team due to repeated breaches of club rules and values.

Mamelodi Sundowns FC Head Coach Reveals Saleng's Exile

Mamelodi Sundowns FC head coach Miguel Cardoso has revealed that Monnapule Saleng is training away from the senior team due to repeated breaches of club rules and values.

What Happened?

Saleng was absent as Mamelodi Sundowns FC edged Polokwane City 3-2 after extra-time in their MTN8 quarter-final on Saturday, with the result sending the defending champions into the semi-finals.

Why It Matters for Mamelodi Sundowns FC

The 27-year-old former Orlando Pirates winger has not featured for Masandawana this season, and Cardoso provided a detailed explanation when asked about the player following Sundowns' first domestic match of the campaign.

What Comes Next?

According to the Portuguese coach, Saleng's situation stems from a series of disciplinary issues that have resulted in the player being separated from the first team for some time. Cardoso also revealed that Saleng missed a significant occasion during Sundowns' successful CAF Champions League campaign despite being included in the squad for the second leg of the final.

Mamelodi Sundowns FC has attempted to support the player but eventually reached a point where maintaining the stability of the squad had to take priority. The club has decided to put Saleng outside the team, and he is not currently part of the first-team plans.