Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Marcelo Allende says it has been a tough season for his side, congratulating everyone involved with club for clinching the 8th successive league title.
Allende shared these sentiments as he collected his Man of the Match award following Sundowns’ 3-0 win over Chippa United in the Betway Premiership in Buffalo City on Wednesday, a result that sealed the league title with 70 points and a game to spare.
Allende acknowledged Orlando Pirates who will definitely finish behind them for a good season.
“It was a tough game, a tough season,” said Allende on SuperSport TV.
“I think we know Pirates are doing a good job. I say congratulations to my team, my technical team and the fans. This is for them and our families to enjoy. We have a lot of good players.”
The Chilean had some nice words for his coach Miguel Cardoso who is in his first season saying the coach joined the club in tough times but managed to steer the ship.
“He came in a tough moment for us,” added Allende.
“I think we lost the final [Carling Knockout Cup] we needed confidence in CAF. He came in strong, he started strong and I can only say thank you to the coach, the players and all the staff.
“It’s the first one [league title] for him I want him to get more. We have another one [CAF Champions League final] in two weeks so let’s enjoy this one and get ready for the next one.”
