# Mamelodi Sundowns football club developments

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mamelodi-sundowns-football-club-developments
> Updated: 2026-11-06T10:18:57.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso addressed the club’s elimination from the CAF Champions League, stating that while trophies cannot be guaranteed, the team remains committed to maximum effort. 

During this period, defender Mothobi Mvala returned to the starting lineup following a lengthy recovery from a knee injury that required surgery. Mvala noted that the rehabilitation process was more difficult than expected, causing him to miss major milestones including the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup with Bafana Bafana. He has since completed two full matches under Cardoso as the club prepares for the CAF Super Cup final against USM Alger.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-06: Mothobi Mvala returns to Mamelodi Sundowns after injury recovery

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Mothobi Mvala has returned to the pitch following knee surgery and a challenging rehabilitation period.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mothobi-mvala-returns-to-mamelodi-sundowns-after-injury-recovery

### 2026-11-03: Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso addresses CAF exit and player recovery

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso promises commitment following CAF Champions League elimination and praised Mothobi Mvala for his successful return from injury.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mamelodi-sundowns-coach-miguel-cardoso-addresses-caf-exit-and-player-recovery

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