Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso kept his cool after their opening day 1-1 draw with Chippa United, stressing the title race is a marathon, not a sprint.
Chippa United coach Sinethemba Badela warned his side that their strong showing against Mamelodi Sundowns cannot be a one-off performance.
Defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw in their Betway Premiership opener against a determined Chippa United at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday.
Chippa United captain Stanley Nwabali says there are strong indications from their pre-season that they are going to have a much-improved season under their new head coach Sinethemba Badela.
Chippa United head coach Sinethemba Badela is eager to test himself against the best in the Premier Soccer League’s Premier Division as he leads one of the youngest squads in the league.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says he will not underestimate fellow Betway Premiership clubs ahead of the 2025/26 season, with The Brazilians aiming for a record ninth title on the trot.