Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says their hard-fought victory over AmaZulu FC on Tuesday night provided a much-needed lift for dressing room morale.
Defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns reclaimed top spot in the Betway Premiership with a 1-0 victory over AmaZulu at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Tuesday, settled by a late Marcelo Allende strike.
AmaZulu midfielder Pule Ekstein says he is relishing the responsibility of being one of the senior figures in a squad that is increasingly being built around youth.
Amazulu secured their place in the last 16 of the Nedbank Cup after beating 10-man Polokwane City 2-1 after extra-time while Milford overcame Soweto Super United on penalties.
Orlando Pirates moved back to the summit of the Betway Premiership standings after recording a 2-0 victory against Amazulu at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Tuesday.
Chippa United beat Durban City to improve their chances of avoiding relegation from the Betway Premiership, while AmaZulu kept their momentum going.